Goddard’s till it were certain that Miss Smith’s disorder had no infection? He could not be satisfied without a promise⁠—would not she give him her influence in procuring it?”

“So scrupulous for others,” he continued, “and yet so careless for herself! She wanted me to nurse my cold by staying at home today, and yet will not promise to avoid the danger of catching an ulcerated sore throat herself. Is this fair, Mrs. Weston?⁠—Judge between us. Have not I some right to complain? I am sure of your kind support and aid.”