She would have washed her body and analysed her temperament.

But Judith was in retreat with Delphine Carrere, and has left me alone to bear the responsibilities of life--and Carlotta.
The cab slowly mounted Waterloo Place.

I had thought of my aunts as possible helpers, and rejected the idea.

I had thought of a police station, a hotel, my lawyers (too late), a furnished lodging, a hospital.

My mind was an aching blank.
"Where do you live ?" asked Carlotta.
I looked at her and groaned.