Carlton, after thinking for
a. few moments, "you would prefer a situation as governess in a
private family."
"Yes; that would suit me best."
"How would you like to take charge of Mrs. Freeman's younger
children? She mentioned to me, only yesterday, her wish to obtain a
suitable instructor for them, and said she was willing to pay a
liberal salary to a person who gave entire satisfaction."
Jessie's face became thoughtful.
"Mrs. Freeman is not the most agreeable person to be found, I know,
Jessie," said her friend; "but the step you propose involves
sacrifices from the beginning."
"It does, I know; and I must not forget this. Had I a choice, I
certainly should not select the family of Mrs. Freeman as the one in
which to begin the new life I am about entering upon. She and Fanny
are among the few who have ceased to notice me, except with great
coldness, since my uncle's misfortunes. But I will not think of
this. If they will take me, I will go even into their house, and
assume the humble duties of a governess."
Mrs. Carlton immediately called upon Mrs. Freeman, and mentioned
Jessie. Some objection was made on the score of her being, an old
acquaintance, who would expect more notice than one in her position
was entitled to receive.
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