Perhaps by that time, however, Mr.Enderby will be able to provide you with a pleasanter home." "I do not think so," said Hetty.

"He could recommend me only as a nursery governess, and if I were once in that position I could never have any further opportunity to improve.

With you I can continue my studies." "This is precisely what I think," said Miss Davis, "and I am glad you take such a sensible view of the matter.

However, we need not speak of this for a year to come." And so the conversation ended.

Hetty longed to put her arms round Miss Davis's neck and thank her warmly for her kindness, but she felt instinctively that the governess would rather she abstained from all such demonstrations.