When Bess learns of Venters stealing the calves from Oldring, what is she afraid of? Who is she afraid for? What does she think will happen if Venters continues to act so carelessly?

When Bess learns of Venters stealing the calves from Oldring, she is afraid for Venters, but also herself. If Venters is captured, he may tell Oldring where she is. Bess believes that if Venters continues to act so carelessly, Oldring will find Bess and return her to her home under the waterfall.