I could do that in a letter.

But I very much object to a letter.

In fact it wouldn't do at all.

All I wish is, that some one, by the exercise of a little female diplomacy, should induce her to let me speak to her.

Now, I think that Mrs Null might do this, very well." "That is so," said the old lady, who, having now finished her bandaging, was seated on a chair by the fireplace.