She had never seemed in better spirits.
In the afternoon Dyce was summoned to a private interview with Lady Ogram.

It took place in an upstairs room he had not yet entered.

His hostess sat before a wood-fire (though the day was warm) and her face now and then had a look of suffering, but she spoke cheerfully, and in a tone of much kindness.
"Well, have you enjoyed your stay with me ?--You must come down again presently; but, in the meantime, you'll be busy.

Go and see Mrs.
Toplady, and get to know all the useful people you can.

We shall be working here for you, of course.