He needed help and encouragement, for he had a difficult time before him.

And she had these to give, and money too.

Could she do better with them?
She knew Mr.Alwynn wished it.

And as to herself?
Was she never going to put self on one side?
She had never liked any one very much--at least, not in that way--but she liked him.
The words came like a loud voice in the silence.

She liked him.