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of them screaming,’ thought poor Mary;
‘and I’m afraid to call that vixen.”

She managed to bring Mrs. Layton a glass
of water, and just as a comparative tranquil-
lity was restored, the same “ vixen,” to Mary’s
great relief, ushered in Mrs. Byrne, who, as
“af to add to poor Mary’s perplexity, darted
an angry look at her. Mrs. Layton seemed

more composed. | :
cae May I take the baby now, ma’am,” in-
quired the maid; “he’s been crying, | see,
poor dear.” Be

“Leave the room instantly,” was Mrs.
Layton’s fierce answer. E

The servant exchanged glances with Peggy,
the expression of whose face said as plainly
as she could say without words,—‘“ Go at
once.” The girl lounged out of the room;
her insolent behavior increased Mrs. Layton’s

anger. Turning to Peggy, —‘ You have seen
more than once,’ she said, “that woman’s

conduct. I must get rid of her.”