We stop here till Christmas, and then go to London.

There, that's all, so have done." At these insults, especially that which had to do with Godfrey, Isobel turned perfectly scarlet and bit her lip till the blood ran.

Then without another word she went away, leaving him, if the truth were known, a little frightened.

Still, he would not alter his decision, partly because to do so must interfere with his plans, and he was a very obstinate man, and partly because he refused to be beaten by Isobel.

This was, he felt, a trial of strength between them, and if he gave way now, she would be master.