"So long as you believe that, there is no hope for me," he muttered.
The next moment he bowed silently and left the apartment. When he had
gone Faith stood a moment almost trembling with excitement. She did not
even try to explain her many conflicting emotions. This much she
knew--she pitied him exceedingly, he was so young, so weak--she could
reason no further.
When her mother came in she was crying softly. The events of the day had
completely unnerved her.
Mrs. Marvin finally succeeded in comforting her a little, and then
followed plans for the future, both for themselves and others.
They decided to move as soon as possible, so that they could accommodate
little Dick in a more satisfactory manner, and also have a room for a
servant and one for visitors.
It was a pleasant programme, and its arrangement cheered Mrs. Marvin
wonderfully. She was one of those women who droop under adversity, but
who spring up like a flower at the first gleam of sunshine.
Contrary to her wishes, Faith insisted on going to the store the next
morning. She was so decided about the matter that Mrs. Marvin dared not
argue.
"I shall say nothing about our fortune," she said, as she started,
"until I see exactly how it will affect my position as a helper.
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