She had disliked her at Saratoga, and somehow it made her feel uncomfortable every time she thought of finding her at Spring Bank.

Densie had never forgotten 'Lina, and many a time had she recalled the peculiar expression of her black eyes, shuddering as she remembered how much they were like another pair of eyes whose gleams of passion had once thrilled her with terror.
"Upon my word," 'Lina began, as she entered the pleasant parlor, "this is better than I expected.

Somebody has been very kind for my sake.

Miss Johnson, I'm sure it's you I have to thank," and with a little flash of gratitude she turned to Alice, who replied in a low tone: "Thank your brother.

He made a sacrifice for the sake of surprising you." Whether it was with a desire to appear amiable in Alice's eyes, or because she really was touched with Hugh's generosity, 'Lina involuntarily threw her arm around his neck, and gave to him a kiss which he remembered for many, many years.