She felt that she ought not to say too much, now that Stephen had set aside her graver fears.

She consoled herself with the thought that even a large amount of money would cause no inconvenience to so wealthy a woman as Stephen.

Beyond this, as she would have the handing over of the money to Leonard, she would know the amount.

If advisable, she could remonstrate.

She could if necessary consult, in confidence, with Harold.