"Exactly; that is all I wish to know. Now I must go and waylay Mr. Percy. So good night, auntie, and cheer up; our time is coming fast."
"And trouble coming, too; God help us."
The girl turned upon her swiftly, with flashing eyes. "Are you afraid? Do you want to give it up?"
"I am afraid for you. But give up now; never!"
"Brave old nursie!"
The girl flung both arms about the old woman, and kissed her withered cheeks.
"Never fear for me; my star is rising. Don't forget your mission, auntie; good-night."
The "good-night" came back over her shoulder, as the girl was hurrying down the cottage steps, and Hagar closed the door behind her retreating figure.