9/10 "I'm sure there will be some lovely girls." "Yes, but they don't want me. I've tried it too often, aunty--they've all got their own set." "It's because you don't want to be polite to any of them," snapped Corinne with a twist of her body, so as to face him again. If Jack has made an engagement it can't be helped, I suppose, but don't spoil your party, my dear. Find Parkins, Jack, and send him to me.... Ah, Parkins--if any one calls say I'll be out until six o'clock." "Yes, my Lady." Parkins knew on which side his bread was buttered. |