33/116 "I have come, madam..." He made a movement again. "Is this unfortunate person who interests me so much really your sister ?" "My sister, madam, who has escaped from control, for she is in a certain condition...." He suddenly faltered and turned crimson. "Don't misunderstand me, madam," he said, terribly confused. "Her own brother's not going to throw mud at her... in a certain condition doesn't mean in such a condition... |