There is a spirit of discontent, they say, among the working-classes, the discontent which breeds socialism.

There is a worse spirit of discontent among the upper classes here, and it is the discontent which breeds so-called traitors." "I can imagine all the rest," Anna interposed coolly.

"How far have you succeeded ?" "The young man," Selingman told her, "has accepted my proposals.

He has drawn three months' salary in advance.

He furnished me yesterday with details of a private conversation with a well-known Cabinet Minister." Anna turned her head.