Meeting the servant at the door before he could enter the room he said.

'It is nothing; you can go again.' Paula looked at the unhappy baronet in amazement; then turning to the servant, who stood with the door in his hand, said, 'Tell Thomas to saddle the chestnut, and--' 'It's all a mistake,' insisted De Stancy.

'Leave the room, James!' James looked at his mistress.
'Yes, James, leave the room,' she calmly said, sitting down.

'Now what have you to say ?' she asked, when they were again alone.

'Why must I not issue orders in my own house?
Who is this young criminal, that you value his interests higher than my honour?
I have delayed for one moment sending my messenger to the chief constable to hear your explanation--only for that.' 'You will still persevere ?' 'Certainly.