15/23 In fact, nobody in these parts, at any rate--knew he was in England. The family solicitors in London may have known. But nothing was ever said or written to me, though my daughter, failing this man, is the next in succession." "I do wish you'd leave all that out, mother!" exclaimed Audrey. "I don't like it." "Whether you like it or not, it's the fact," said Mrs.Greyle imperturbably, "and it can't be left out. Well, as I say, no one knew the Squire had come to England, until one day Chatfield calmly walked down the quay with him, introducing him right and left. |