THE RUMOR OF THE QUARREL Meantime, at the Knollys mansion, there were forthcoming other parts of the drama of the day.

The butler announced to Lady Catharine, still sitting dreaming by the window, Sir Arthur Pembroke, now late arrived on foot.

Lady Catharine hesitated.

"Show the gentleman to this room," she said at length.
Pembroke came forward eagerly as he entered.

"Such a day of it, Lady Kitty!" he exclaimed, impulsively.