"You were always such a one for acting! I'll give her your love, never fear.

I shall tell her you'll be round later in the day.

On Thursday night, then," she added, turning to Mr.Waddington, "if I don't see you before, and if you really mean you're not going to stay for lunch.

I'll meet you at the corner as usual." Mr.Waddington turned away without apparently noticing the outstretched hand.

He raised his hat, however, most politely.