She looked Katherine all over. She noted the strength of Katherine's face, and the girl's upright, bold carriage.
"You will be invaluable," said Sister Mollie. "Welcome to Ladysmith. We are sure to have a tough time, but I think in the end we shall be victorious. Anyhow, there is that in us which will never say die. If it were not for these poor fellows—my boys I call them—I think I could bear anything. I am in charge of this ward, but, of course, I have nurses to work under me. I shall claim your services, Miss Hunt."
"And most gladly will I give them," replied Katherine. "I can come to you almost at any time. When shall it be?"
"The sooner the better. But Major Strause tells me that you have not come here alone—that there is another lady."
"So there is."
"Will she help us also?"
"I don't know. Perhaps. I will tell you about her presently."
