I declare I was never so humiliated in my life.

However, I daresay I shall get over it.

If I don't, I shall take refuge in Hunt-Goring's harem.
Good gracious! What now ?" A smart rap at the door had interrupted her plans for her future.

She sprang off the end of Olga's bed, and stood poised on one foot, listening.
"Can I come in ?" asked Max on the other side of the door.
Olga's face flushed scarlet.

Violet shot her a glance of mock dismay.
"My dear, I wonder which would be the least improper," she said.