Morning, noon
Lillian , who knew every expression of her sister 's face , grew anxious , fearing there was some ailment either of body or mind of which none of them were aware . They believed she was thinking of her absent lover and feeling dull without him . In reality her thoughts were centered upon one idea -- what could she do to get rid of Hugh Fernely ? Morning , noon , and night that one question was always before her . She talked when others did , she laughed with them ; but if there came an interval of silence the beautiful face assumed a far-off dreamy expression Lillian had never seen there before . Beatrice was generally on her guard , watchful and careful , but there were times when the mask she wore so bravely fell off , and Lillian , looking at her then , knew all was not well with her sister . What was to be done to get free from Hugh ?