She is a person of energy and determination, and might have been expected to offer to cooperate gladly.

But she didn't.
'He is painting a large picture for next season's exhibition,' she informed me.

'I was not allowed to see it or to know anything about it, but he declares it will bring Simla down.' 'I hope not,' I said, piously.
'Oh, I hope so.

I have told him,' Dora continued, slowly, 'that a great deal depends on it.' 'Here is Mrs.Symons,' I was able to return, 'and I am afraid she is looking for you.' March came, and the city lay white under its own dust.

The electric fans began to purr in the Club, and Lent brought the flagging season to a full stop.