It was agreed to pick up people in the afternoon. William Bryan had no way to refuse his Lordship, so he had to promise.

It was already after ten o'clock in the morning when Charlee Ford woke up.

The servant said respectfully to her at the door, "young mistress, breakfast is ready. young master specially ordered to take you to the company after eating."

Charlee Ford put on his clothes, and a touch of doubt appeared on his face.

What are you doing in the company?

William Bryan never liked to take her out.

It was close to 12 noon when we arrived at the company.

Charlee Ford was left...