Question

"But it isn't a happy thought not to be needed."
What did Mrs Payne-Dexter say to make Mrs Dorchester respond in this way?​

Answer 1

Mrs. Dorchester responded in this way to Mrs. Payne Dexter just to tell her that she is thinking about helping her children.

Explanation:

• Mrs. Dorchester responded in this way to Mrs. Payne Dexter just to tell her that she is thinking about helping her children.
• She added that although her children do not need her help.
• Mrs. Dorchester further said that her children will not hurt her feelings by letting her know that they do not need their mother's help.
• Mrs. Payne Dexter took utmost care of her grandchild while his mother was out.