"If we give her in charge to the police, we shall become the subject of a public scandal." "I have managed to avoid all danger of scandal," Julian answered; the expression of distress in his face becoming more and more marked while he spoke.

"Before I called here to-day I had a private consultation with the magistrate of the district, and I have made certain arrangements at the police station close by.

On receipt of my card, an experienced man, in plain clothes, will present himself at any address that I indicate, and will take her quietly away.

The magistrate will hear the charge in his private room, and will examine the evidence which I can produce, showing that she is not accountable for her actions.

The proper medical officer will report officially on the case, and the law will place her under the necessary restraint." Lady Janet and Horace looked at each other in amazement.