"It was in my mind all the time; but now you have made it easy for me indeed by coming to my assistance in this way.
I will make a fresh start." He compressed his lips, and seemed to pull himself together.

Then he said, in a very level voice: "Kindly give me your whole attention, Miss Deyncourt, so that I shall not be obliged to repeat anything.

The deer are charming, I know; but you have seen deer before, and will no doubt again.

I am sorry that I am obliged to speak to you about myself, but a little autobiography is unavoidable.

Perhaps you know that about three years ago I succeeded my father.