He inquired, with courteous interest, what the housekeeper's "trials" might be.
"Oh, sir, they are beneath your notice!" said Miss Notman modestly.

"At the same time, I should feel it an honor to have the benefit of your opinion--I should so like to know that you do not altogether disapprove of my conduct, under some provocation.

You see, Father, the whole responsibility of ordering the dinners falls on me.

And, when there is company, as there is this evening, the responsibility is particularly trying to a timid person like myself." "A large dinner party, Miss Notman ?" "Oh, dear, no! Quite the reverse.

Only one gentleman--Mr.Romayne." Father Benwell set down his cup of coffee, half way to his lips.