Hence, the frequency with which Stillwell's big Hudson Six could be seen parked on the gravelled drive before the Rectory front door.

In addition to this, Rupert and his Hudson Six were found to be most useful.

He had abundance of free time and he was charmingly ready with his offers of service.

Any hour of the day the car, driven by himself or his chauffeur, was at the disposal of any member of the Rectory family, a courtesy of which Mrs.
Templeton was not unwilling to avail herself though never with any loss of dignity but always with appearance of bestowing rather than of receiving a favour.

As to the young ladies, Adrien rarely allowed herself the delight of a motor ride in Rupert Stillwell's luxurious car.
On the other hand, had her mother not intervened, Patricia would have indulged without scruple her passion for joy-riding.