"It is not necessary that you should live with them," replied the doctor.
"Couldn't I live with André again?" asked she, eagerly.
"Certainly you can. Leave this to me. I will see your father's executors, and tell them your wishes."
"Thank you, doctor."
"The block of stores yields a large income, besides your share of your father's property; but, Maggie, you are under age, and you must have a guardian to take charge of your property. Your own wishes in this matter will be consulted."
"André!" exclaimed she, with enthusiasm.
The doctor smiled, and shook his head.
"Why not?" demanded she, her face looking sad again.
"André is a very good man, but he does not know much about business."
"There is nothing to do at present but to collect the rents on the block of stores. I could not name any one but André for my guardian."