29/43 From a bustling sound within, it appeared likely that Miss Tyrrell's business-like attitude at the table had been suddenly assumed. Couldn't you come ?' 'Please beg Mr.Egremont to excuse me. I am tired after yesterday, dear.' When her cousin had withdrawn Paula went to the window. In a few minutes she saw Egremont and Annabel go forth and stroll from the garden towards the lake. Then she reseated herself, and sat biting her pen. |