Not but what you have very nice hair," she added critically.

"Do you admire good hair, Mr.Bingham." "Of course I do," he answered gallantly, "but it is not common." Only Beatrice bit her lip with vexation.

"I had almost forgotten about my hair," she said; "I must apologise for appearing in such a state.

I would have done it up after dinner only I was too stiff, and while I was waiting for Betty, I went to sleep." "I think there is a bit of ribbon in that drawer.

I saw you put it there yesterday," answered the precise Elizabeth.