“There is your husband now,” said Cerini, taking Helen’s hand. “Tell me that you forgive me for my frankness.”
Helen pressed his hand silently as he turned from her to admit Armstrong.
“Here you are!” cried Jack, as he entered with Inez. “We became so engrossed that I am ashamed to say I completely forgot our new convert.”
“Your forgetfulness has given me the opportunity to become well acquainted with your charming wife,” replied Cerini. “Is your work completed for the day?”
“Yes, but we shall be at it again to-morrow. You will come with us of course?” he asked, turning to his wife.
“I am not quite sure, Jack,” Helen replied. “Monsignor Cerini has suggested to me another way in which I can help you, which may prove to be equally important.”
She turned to Inez with an unflinching smile. “Our friend has been explaining to me the nature of what you and Jack are doing together. You must certainly plan to stay on for a while longer. I am sure Jack could never finish it without you.”