She would not bring her husband into a quarrel which might be prejudicial to his position as a member of his political party.

There was no one else to whom she would tell the secret of Lady Mary's love.

And yet she could not bear this injustice done to her.
Then she wrote as follows to the Duke: Mrs.Finn presents her compliments to the Duke of Omnium.
Mrs.Finn finds it to be essential to her that she should see the Duke in reference to his letter to her.

If his Grace will let her know on what day and at what hour he will be kind enough to call on her, Mrs.Finn will be at home to receive him.
Park Lane.

Thursday, 12th May, 18--..