Chapter 75

“You got up—against orders.” “Well, no one’s been near me for an hour and a half. I want——” Her want was attended to, and the nurse’s face was as cold as the china. There were dissemblings. Your woman of no means must always dissemble. “Nurse—I’m afraid I’m a lot of trouble.” She appealed against that scolding face and those perfunctory hands. “I’m so sorry——You are being so very good to me. What time does the doctor come?” “About eleven—usually.” “May I see visitors?” “That will depend.” “Yes—I suppose so. But if …