I found my maid in tears to-night because I positively could not get into my most becoming bodice." "If you possess a more becoming one than this," Lord Arranmore said, with a bow, "it is well for our peace of mind that you cannot wear it." "That is a very pretty subterfuge, but a subterfuge it remains," Lady Caroom answered.

"Now be candid.

I love candour.

What are you going to do to amuse us ?" He shook his head.
"Do not spoil my effect.

The slightest hint would make everything seem tame.