That he should have dared to speak to you is something beyond what I could have imagined.

When I went to see Mrs.Eldon on Friday I didn't take you with me, for fear lest that young man should show himself.

It was impossible for you to be in the same room with him.' 'With Mr.Hubert Eldon?
My dearest mother, what are you saying ?' 'Of course it surprises you, Adela.

I too was surprised.

I thought there might be no need to speak to you of things you ought never to hear mentioned, but now I am afraid I have no choice.