At first I felt almost inclined not to see her, but on second thoughts I saw the folly of this proceeding.

I accordingly entered the room where the lady was awaiting me.

The light was not very good, but it was sufficient for me to see two figures standing by the window.
"To what am I indebted for the honour of this visit, mademoiselles ?" I began.
"Don't you know me, Mr.Fairfax ?" the taller of them answered.

"You forget your friends very quickly." "Miss Kitwater ?" I cried, "what does this mean ?" "It is a long story," she answered, "but I feel sure that you will have time to hear it now.

I am in terrible trouble." "I am indeed sorry to hear that," I answered, and then glanced at her maid as if to inquire whether it was safe to speak before her.