In consequence of unpleasant
family discussions, which no physician can prevent, Mrs. Newcome has been
wrought up to a state of--of agitation. Her fever is, in fact, at
present very high. You know her condition. I am apprehensive of ulterior
consequences. I have recommended an excellent and experienced nurse to
her. Mr. Smith, the medical man at the corner, is a most able
practitioner. I shall myself call again in a few hours, and I trust that,
after the event which I apprehend, everything will go well.
"Cannot Mrs. Mackenzie leave the house, sir?" I asked.
"Her daughter cries out for her at every moment. Mrs. Mackenzie is
certainly not a judicious nurse, but in Mrs. Newcome's present state I
cannot take upon myself to separate them. Mr. Newcome may return, and I
do think and believe that his presence may tend to impose silence and
restore tranquillity."
I had to go back to Clive with these gloomy tidings. The poor fellow must
put up a bed in his studio, and there await the issue of his wife's
illness.
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