Not since--the new year began....

Will you permit me a word ?" She inclined her head with undisturbed composure; he went on: "I have asked you to many theatres, invited you to dine with me, to go with me to many, many places.

And, it appeared, that you had always other engagements....

Have I offended you ?" "Of course not.

You know I like you immensely--" "Immensely," he repeated with a smile.