Miss Derrick had gone back into the drawing-room, and, to Emmeline's surprise, remained there.

This retirement was ominous; the girl must be taking some resolve.

Emmeline, on her part, braced her courage for the step on which she had decided.

Luncheon awaited them, but it would be much better to arrive at an understanding before they sat down to the meal.

She entered the room and found Louise leaning on the back of a chair.
'I dare say you heard the row,' Miss Derrick remarked coldly.