Behind a Mask and Marjorie's Three Gifts

Miss Muir " announced a servant and a little black-robed figure stood in the doorway. For an instant no one stirred and the governess had time to see and be seen before a word was uttered. All looked at her and she cast on the household group a keen glance that impressed them curiously; then her eyes fell and bowing slightly she walked in. Edward came forward and received her with the frank cordiality which nothing could daunt or chill. (Excerpt)