'I hope, Mrs. Poulter, that you are not dissatisfied. I have no
doubt I shall soon be able to obtain assistance.'
Mrs. P. 'Our reasons, Miss Toller, had better not be communicated;
they are sufficient. Against you personally we have nothing to
object.'
Miss T. 'Have you searched the box which I understand has been
left?'
Miss Toller. 'Have you missed anything, ma'am?'
Miss T. 'Not at present. I might discover my loss when it was too
late.'
Mr. G. 'It would be better for the protection of all of us.'
Miss Toller. 'I couldn't do it for worlds; you'll pardon me for
saying so. I'd sooner you left me without paying me a farthing.
Helen may have her faults, but she is as honest as--.' Miss
Toller's voice trembled and she could not finish the sentence.
Mrs. P. 'Have you any reason to suspect any--any improper
relationship?'
Miss Toller. 'I do not quite understand you.'
Mr. G. 'Pardon me, Mrs. Poulter, it is my duty to relieve you of
that inquiry. Mrs. Poulter cannot be explicit. Do you surmise that
Helen is compelled to conceal?--you will comprehend me, I am sure.
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