He, with the others, was now in London.
Then came my own summons thither.

I was told to report myself immediately on arrival at Rowchester House, and to my surprise was informed by the servant who answered my inquiries that a room was reserved for me there.

I had no sooner reached it than Lady Angela's own maid arrived with a message.

Her ladyship would be glad if I could spare her a few moments in the drawing-room as soon as possible.
Lady Angela was standing upon the hearthrug.

I stepped a little way across the threshold and stopped short.