18/25 You would be quite comfortable there--and, as dinner at Paulton Lacy isn't till eight, I could quite well go into Stourmouth with you myself this afternoon. And, my dear friend, you will, won't you, forgive my speaking of this"-- Miss Verity--whose income, be it added, was anything but princely--gave an engagingly apologetic little laugh. The week in Stourmouth must cost you nothing. As I recommend the rooms I naturally am responsible--you go to them as my guest, of course .-- Still I'll sound my brother at luncheon, and just see how the land lies. But don't build too much on any change of front. |