Linden said that she would take the child just as she stood
there, and that they could have all of her clothing for their own
children, they were more than delighted.
But Amy begged to keep just a few books which her mother had given her,
and which she cherished; and this wish was granted.
On the next morning, Mrs. Linden and Amy started for the castle home.
The servant, who had expected them, had everything in readiness. After
the evening meal had been served, Mrs. Linden showed Amy to her room.
Amy was charmed with her home and her new mother. With tears of thanks
she prayed, and soon was fast asleep. When she awoke, she found the sun
streaming into the room. She walked to the window and gazed out into the
lovely, sunny grounds and wooded walks surrounding the castle. In the
distance, she could see the spire of the grand cathedral.
After a few days, Mrs. Linden sent Amy to school. When she returned each
afternoon, she helped in the garden and in the kitchen as much as her
years would permit; for Mrs. Linden wished to train her to a useful,
industrious life. Often, when the opportunity offered, she taught her to
sew and knit and care for the house, something she thought that every
girl should learn. Under the guidance of such a kind, loving woman, Amy
grew to girlhood, simple and modest.
CHAPTER II
THE TEST
Ten years passed by, filled with joy and happiness. Then suddenly Mrs.
Linden became dangerously ill.
Amy nursed her foster-mother with the tenderest care and bestowed as
much love upon her as if she were her own mother.
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