"You had to have a name, so you took that one." "Yes.

I don't know why I am telling you this.

I've tried to hide it all so carefully.

And perhaps I'm wrong in letting this thing worry me.

In the main, I've been very happy and content, lately; and--I have a feeling I was not happy before--before--" "Before what, dear ?" The girl looked at her steadily and her face grew red.
"Before I lost my memory." For a few moments they sat silently regarding one another, the expressive features of Louise showing a silent sympathy.
"Have you really lost your memory ?" she asked.
"Absolutely.