"I imagined--all sorts of things.

But, Henry dear," she went on, "do you know that we have a great surprise for you--here in the house ?" "No surprise, dear," he assured her, shaking his head.

"I knew the very hour that Richard left Wittenberg.

And here he is, by Jove!" Richard and Helen entered together.

Philippa could not even wait for the conclusion of the hearty but exceedingly British greeting which passed between the two men.
"Listen to me, both of you!" she cried incoherently.