"Come out now," said she, and Barney followed her out.
When they were out in the kitchen Barney looked in her face.

"It's no use, she's gone!" he said, hoarsely.

Charlotte nodded.

Suddenly she put her arms up around his neck, and drew his head down to her bosom, and held it there, stroking his cheek.
"Oh, Charlotte," Barney sobbed.

Charlotte bent over him, whispering softly, smoothing his hair and cheek with her tender hand.
Caleb had gone for the doctor and Rebecca while they tried to restore Deborah, and had given the alarm on the way.