Certainly, the face became calm, a smile stole across the lips, and after a moment her eyes opened, and looked vaguely around, as a child awakes from its sleep.
CHAPTER XVI.
AFTER DREAMING.
"I have been asleep," said Mrs. Lee, pleasantly; "sound asleep. When did you come in?"
"Only a short time since."
"And you have been sitting here while I slept?"
"Yes; after a restless night, I fancied a quiet sleep would do you no harm."
"Harm? It has given me strength."
"Do you think so?"