"Oh no, darling, don't even talk of that. I shan't be able to wear my shoes, and I shall be the talk of every party. Oh, I shall never overcome such a humiliation."

Mr. Meijer's house appeared in the distance, and Rose felt her spirits sink, as usual. But she tried to fortify herself with the thought that she was going to stop working there. She didn't need to be afraid of Mr. Meijer or his sister anymore.