He showed her photos, books, sketches, and they talked a little while.

Then they returned to the kitchen.

Mrs.Morel put aside her book.

Clara wore a blouse of fine silk chiffon, with narrow black-and-white stripes; her hair was done simply, coiled on top of her head.

She looked rather stately and reserved.
"You have gone to live down Sneinton Boulevard ?" said Mrs.Morel.