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Yes, sir. How do you do, Mr. Rochester? [She sits calmly, hands clasped in her lap, carrying a plain handbag and a black paper folder with another copy of her resume inside]

[He nods curtly in response] I am well enough.

[Hope she wasn't expecting him to say the same in return. He looks down at her resume, flicking through it.] I have to say your resume is impressive, Miss Eyre.

Thank you. I have... had some excellent teachers. I believe the advertisement said that the child in question's first language is French?

[He nods] That is correct, yes. Adele's first language is French, she was born there and her mother was from there. I trust that won't be a problem.

No, sir. Not at all. I'm quite fluent. [She lifts her chin, holding his gaze quite directly.]

[He is surprised and impressed that she holds his gaze. Not many people do. He nods] Good. I would be disappointed if I had to say no to you becasue of that.

I would not have applied if I were not qualified for the position.

Of course. I would not have even considered your application if you weren't. Now Miss Eyre, tell me. Why would you want to work for me. You will be cut off from the city and I'm afraid the only company you will have are the residents of this house.

London is very large and very busy. I'm -- I'm looking for a place that I can put down some roots, Mr. Rochester, and do some good. I've always wanted to teach and I was quite intrigued by your advertisement.

[Very good answer, Jane] I see. Well, I assume you are still interested in the position or you wouldn't be here. I would like to offer you the job, Miss Eyre. You will start immediately.