Do not be surprised if, whilst we are at Diana's Grove, occasional messages come for you--for all or any of us." "I see!" said Mrs.Salton.

"You are taking no chances." "None, my dear.

All I have learned at foreign courts, and amongst civilised and uncivilised people, is going to be utilised within the next couple of hours." Sir Nathaniel's voice was full of seriousness, and it brought to Mimi in a convincing way the awful gravity of the occasion.
In due course, they set out in a carriage drawn by a fine pair of horses, who soon devoured the few miles of their journey.

Before they came to the gate, Sir Nathaniel turned to Mimi.
"I have arranged with Adam certain signals which may be necessary if certain eventualities occur.

These need be nothing to do with you directly.