“I will give the money.”

“And the place?”

“Yes, yes, or its equivalent; go on.”

“Well, yes, I can trust you; for you are a real lady, and no mistake.”

Mrs. Judson opened her work-table drawer, which stood within reach, took a portemonnaie from it and gave Jane two crisp one-hundred dollar-bills without speaking a word.

“No mistake about that; you are a lady.”

Mrs. Judson made an impatient gesture with her hand.

“Go on. Where is this young person?”

“In her grave.”

Mrs. Judson uttered a sharp cry, and half started from her chair.