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To leave this ground seemed to her an abandonment by consequence of all that was dearest and noblest in life . Nor was she aware that with each cross-examination her hold on the cherished belief became less firm . About two weeks after her talk with Philip she had just concluded a fresh conflict of this sort , and settled herself once more in what she intended should hereafter prove an unwavering faith in the efficacy of prayer , at least in certain cases , even against all sorts of bacteria , when it was announced that Mr. Martin wished to see her . It was eight o'clock , and the evening was a raw and rainy one in March . `` Howdy do , Miss Callender ? How 's all with you ? '' said Martin , when Phillida appeared at the door .