'Mrs.Gallilee was offended with me for not admiring her scientific friends.

With one or two exceptions, they talked of nothing but themselves and their discoveries--and, oh, dear, how ugly they were!' "'Never mind that now, Carmina.

Did you notice the profusion of splendid flowers, in the hall and on the staircase, as well as in the reception-rooms ?' "'Yes.' "'Did you observe--no, you are a young girl--did you hear any of the gentlemen, in the supper-room, expressing their admiration of the luxuries provided for the guests, the exquisite French cookery and the delicious wine?
Why was all the money which these things cost spent in one evening?
Because Lady Northlake's parties must be matched by Mrs.
Gallilee's parties.

Lady Northlake lives in a fashionable neighbourhood in London, and has splendid carriages and horses.

This is a fashionable neighbourhood.