You are living in the same house with him--under circumstances--er--without a chaperon.

I hesitate to characterize your situation in plain words.

It would scarcely become me, or mine, to do so.

But really no lady could possibly find herself in a situation more false than--I am afraid there is only one word, open immorality, and--er--to put yourself right with society there is one thing, and only one, left for you to--er--do.

I--I speak for the family, and I--" "Sugar ?" Alice questioned the mother of curates.
"Yes, please." "One lump, or two ?" "Two, please." "Speaking for the family--" Henry resumed.
"Will you kindly pass this cup to your mother ?" Alice suggested.
Henry was obliged to take the cup.