I knew that in the depths of your generous heart you would be pleased for your old friend to be happy at last--and I shall be happy, Philippa.

You wish me well, do you not ?" Her lips seemed hard and dry as she replied: "Yes, I wish you well." "What I wished to consult you about is my marriage.

It must not take place here, of course.

I understand, and think it only natural, that the duke does not wish to have public attention drawn to Madaline.

We all like to keep our little family secrets; consequently I have thought of a plan which I believe will meet all the difficulties of the case." The pallor of the duchess' face deepened.
"Are you faint or ill, Philippa ?" he asked, wondering at her strange appearance.
"No," she replied, "it is only the heat that affects me.