She explained, cheerfully, that Antoinette had supplied the funds.

I must talk seriously to Antoinette.

Her attitude towards Carlotta savours too much of idolatry.
Demoralisation will soon set in, and the utter ruin of Carlotta and my digestion will be the result.

I must also make Carlotta a small allowance.
During tea she said to me, suddenly: "Seer Marcous is not married ?" I said, no.

She asked, why not?
The devil seems to be driving all womankind to ask me that question.
"Because wives are an unmitigated nuisance," said I.
A curious smile came over Carlotta's face.