It didn't take very long to do that, partly because it was a long time since he had really frightened her.

She had got used to his tantrums and bullying; and even this new game had not disturbed her very much.

We both came to the conclusion that he was just blustering again, and wouldn't do anything.

As a matter of fact, I don't think she cared very much what he did.

She had got so fed up with him that she didn't care whether they separated or not." Mr.Flexen felt more sure than ever that this garrulity was unusual in Colonel Grey.