But I have checked the bleeding--it was a providential thing that I was at hand to do it--and if you keep absolutely still, it won't burst out again.

I am telling you this because it is necessary for you to know what a serious matter it is.
Any exertion might bring it on again, and then I can't say what would happen.

You have lost a good deal of blood as it is, and you can't afford to lose any more.

But if you behave like a sensible girl, and lie quiet for a few days, you will soon be none the worse for the adventure." "For a few days!" Nan's eyes widened.

"Then--then I shan't be able to go with--with--" She faltered, and broke off.
He answered her with very kindly sympathy.
"Poor little woman! It's hard lines, but I am afraid there is no help for it.