15/31 "I think his pretence at having a good time over here is all a bluff. He doesn't really cotton to us, you know. He's never touched a polo stick in his life, knows nothing about cricket, is indifferent to games, and doesn't even understand the meaning of the word 'Sportsman.' There's no place in this country for a man like that." Lady Grace nodded. I suppose he wants to carry back some of our civilization to his own people." Penelope, who overheard, laughed softly and leaned across the table. |