I hate my own people; they're such damned hypocrites; and the cooking don't suit my taste, accustomed to the best." But she gave up brandy except as a very occasional _chasse_ after the postprandial coffee.

She no longer dyed her hair and used very little rouge and no scent but lavender.

Her hair turned a warm white colour, and dressed a la Pompadour made her look what she probably was at heart--quite a decent sort..