Have you ever made a long voyage, Mrs.Goddard ?" "I have crossed the channel," said she.

"But I wish you would tell me something more about your life." "Oh no--it is very dull, all that.

You always make me talk about myself," said the squire in a tone of protestation.
"It is very interesting." "But--could we not vary the conversation by talking about you a little ?" suggested Mr.Juxon.
"Oh no! Please--" exclaimed Mrs.Goddard rather nervously.

She grew pale and busied herself again with the tea.

"Do tell me more about your voyages.