And then there were calls to be made.

Luncheon parties were given, gatherings at which Madame Fromont Jeune presided, but at which Sidonie, with her lively manners, shone supreme.

Indeed, Claire often left her a clear field.

The child had its hours for sleeping and riding out, with which no amusements could interfere.

The mother was compelled to remain away, and it often happened that she was unable to go with Sidonie to meet the partners when they came from Paris at night.
"You will make my excuses," she would say, as the went up to her room.
Madame Risler was triumphant.