Having made up her mind that we are to marry, she wants to see the thing settled.

Looking at it philosophically, I suppose one may admit that her views and her behaviour are intelligible.

Meanwhile, you and I find ourselves in a very awkward position.

We must talk it over--don't you think ?--quite simply, and decide what is best to do." Constance listened, her eyes conning the carpet.

There was silence for a minute, then she spoke.
"What did Lady Ogram tell you about me ?" "She repeated in vague terms something she had already said at Rivenoak.