If a burglar does come here I hope Lord Garvington will shoot him, as I don't want to lose my diamonds." "But if the burglar is Noel ?" "He won't be Noel.

Clara Greeby has simply made a nasty suggestion which is worthy of her.

But if you're afraid, why not get her to marry Noel ?" "He won't have her," said Lady Garvington dolefully.
"I know he won't.

Still a persevering woman can do wonders, and Clara Greeby has no self-respect.

And if you think Noel is too near, get Agnes to join her husband in Pekin." "I think it's Paris." "Well then, Paris.