To which Elfrida had responded, hanging him the note paper, "Afraid!" and the understanding was established at once.

Elfrida did not consider Mr.Ticke's other qualifications or disqualifications; that would have been a bourgeois thing to do.

He was a _belle dame_, that was sufficient.

He might find life difficult, it was natural and probable.

She, Elfrida Bell, found it difficult.