Cecilia couldn't help but let a small smile tug at the corners of her lips as she listened to James compare their situation to a rebellious adventure. It was a refreshing and lighthearted take on what was, in reality, a very serious matter.
But as the conversation turned to Mrs. Wormwood, Cecilia's smile faded, replaced by a look of concern and uncertainty. "Mrs. Wormwood is a difficult person," she admitted, her voice laced with apprehension. "I'm not sure if I could get her to agree to let me go running off across the country with people. But at the same time, she might be happy to be rid of me," she added, her words trailing off.
Despite the seriousness of the situation, Cecilia couldn't help but feel a sense of relief and comfort in being able to share her experiences with James. It was a lot easier to talk about her fears and uncertainties with someone who understood, someone who had been through similar struggles and come out the other side. With James by her side, Cecilia knew that she could face anything that came her way.