15/20 "I'm sure one would think such beautiful things if one lived in the country. No horrid slum houses to depress one, no trams or motor-cars; and the people all looking so plump and cheerful. Isn't there some little cottage near you, Charlotte, which would do for us, with a spare room, perhaps, in case we asked a friend down? You would find it very nice for a week or two, no doubt," said Lady Otway. "But what hour would you like the carriage this morning ?" she continued, touching the bell. |