"There's a great deal in it, particular when you're young.

There's a great deal in it." When the engagement of the Marquis of Walderhurst had been announced, to the consternation of many, Lady Maria had been in her element.

She was really fine at times in her attitude towards the indiscreetly or tactlessly inquiring.

Her management of Lady Malfry in particular had been a delightful thing.

On hearing of her niece's engagement, Lady Malfry had naturally awakened to a proper and well-behaved if belated interest in her.