Nurse at Burford's Landing

Nurse Lea Malvern must choose between her love for her father and the islanders they care for and the writer Noel who has come to research the history of the island. "You're really very pretty, " the tall girl told Leatrice coldly. " But I expect that. Jerry isn't one to go overboard about just any girl. " Nursed Leatrice struggled between anger and laughter. " In that tone of voice, it sounds like an insult, " she said tartly. " Oh, don't play the innocent! " Orleana snapped. " Jerry and I are engaged! " " Engaged? " Leatrice was astonished. " You heard me. So leave him alone. Just stay away from him. Otherwise -- "Orleana's voice flatten to a warning" -- there'll be trouble. For you.

Hero: Noel Harper
Heroine: Nurse Leatrice (Lea) Malvern