same income for ourselves," said Jane.

"Well, my dear girl, I do not fear for you, though things look so very
gloomy at present. You have got the stuff in you. There is promise of
success in your step and voice--in your quick eye and honest smile. Is
your sister like yourself?--no; you said she was less fit for the life
that is before you; that is a pity."

"It is; but we love each other so dearly--we are all the world to each
other."

"Well, that is good for both of you; love is just as great a necessity
as air or food. I cannot help thinking that you should try your luck in
Edinburgh; you are more likely to find what will suit you there than in
a country side, like this of Swinton. Have you any friends there?"

"None to rely upon," said Jane.

"Your cousin that has come into such an inheritance, does he seem
friendly?"

"Very much so, but he is forbidden to give us help."

"In money, perhaps; but it would be only right if he would take
some trouble to make inquiries, and speak for you to any one he thinks
could employ you. It would be a satisfaction to his own mind, besides."

"I have a letter from him this morning, saying that he has heard of
something that he fears is not good enough for me, or either of us, and
urging me to come to Edinburgh, to see for myself, offering me or both