On the next lot of land stood an empty house in the centre of a large deserted garden; and on the other side of the road, about a quarter of a mile off, stood the college buildings, which were plainly to be seen over flat fields and low log fences.

Beyond the college grounds were woods and pastures, and beyond again rose Chellaston Mountain.

This view was what Sophia and Trenholme looked upon as they stood on the verandah; and all that they saw--field, road, roof, tree, and hill--was covered with sparkling snow.

It was a week since the snow came, and Sophia still shivered a little whenever she looked at it.
"I am sorry to see you do not look upon this scene as if it rejoiced your heart," he said.

"When you know it better, you will, I hope, love it as I do.