That was one reason I lay down in the little parlor.

When I heard you announce your intention of visiting the Strada Mezzodi I made up my mind to act quickly.

That is why I tapped you on the arm, why I am now tramping at your side.

Now let us probe deeper.
"Mark the first point; this Pauline is a shrewd creature, and doubtless possessed of more than an ordinary Corsican nature to hate so bitterly." "Ah! you know her mother was a Corsican ?" "I believe I have heard it told in New York, and it is easy to realize the fact now.

Pauline is a good hater--her father was Scotch I presume.
"What I want to point out is this--she has been investigating your record--the skeleton in your closet, or rather your family, is no secret with her." "I understand that, sir.