Where is the justice, right, or sense in such
a course? Tell your people what you wish, what you expect, and that
they will be treated kindly in obeying you."
She recognized that every moment gained gave time for cooler
thoughts and better counsels, also for the restraining presence of
others who were gathering upon the scene. It was in the nature of
her headlong cousin to precipitate trouble without thought of the
consequences; but as she spoke she saw Surgeons Ackley and Borden
running forward. Captain Maynard was already at her side, and
Whately looked as if he could cut his rival down with the weapon in
his hand. While Mr. Baron hesitated Mrs. Whately also reached her
niece and urged, "Brother, I adjure you, go and speak to your
people. They are your people and you should tell them what to expect
before you begin to punish. Go with Surgeon Ackley and settle this
question once for all."
"Yes, Mr. Baron," said Ackley sternly, "we must settle this question
promptly. Such uproar and excitement are bad for my patients and not
to be permitted for an instant.
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