C204 They Were Planning to Leave.

Nellie could more or less understand the worry and doubt of Bertha, but she pretended not to notice it and did not give Bertha the chance to continue asking questions. She just calmly sent her off.

After all, it was impossible for Nellie to tell Bertha the real reason why she came back here. If Ida had Louise's support, then she would have to deal with a more dangerous character