"Before to-morrow morning I will ascertain what has become of Thames, or perish in the attempt. Anna sprang to her feet with a startled cry. Washed in light from the vestry window, she held her ground, all thought at bay, bar the steel determination long ago instilled in her by her unconventional tutor. “I forbid it!” she said firmly. The flicker of an eyelash might betray his presence. She has blue eyes, and her figure is more full. ] CHAPTER XI The second call energized her into action.