"My name, Karl, is German.

Few names nowadays keep to their own country.

Your name, Yolanda, for example, is Italian." "Is that true ?" she answered inquiringly, taking up a piece of lace.

I saw that the interview was closing.

After a moment's hesitation Yolanda turned quickly to me and said:-- "You and your friend may sup with us this evening in the dining room of our hostess.