"She was detained at Haddon Hall, Sir John, to bid me farewell." "I do not understand--" began Sir John, growing cold in his bearing.
"I understand quite well," I answered.

"Dorothy told me all to-day.

You need keep nothing from me.

The golden heart brought her into trouble, and made mischief for me of which I cannot see the end.

I will tell you the story while we ride.