All I want now is to rest a few moments.

Afraid! no I'll not be afraid.

Why, what is there to fear?
this is a civilized country, isn't it?
I'll just sit where I am now until you come back--only--only don't go very far away." She held out her hand, and endeavoured to smile.
"Desert me! Of course you are not, dear.

I am bidding you go.

I shall not mind being left here alone.