"I saw you had tried a hot bath, or I would have recommended it," he said.
"Yes, Nance had."
"I truly sympathise with you; he was a fine child."
"Yes, he is a beautiful child," said Valmai.
"I am sorry to wound your feelings, but what day would you wish him to be buried?"
"Oh, any day; it makes no difference now."
"To-day is Friday. Shall we say Monday, then?"
"Yes, Monday will do. At what time?" said Valmai.
"At four o'clock."
Nance was crying silently.