"My subscription is anonymous." As she replied, the library door opened.

To her infinite relief--to Julian's secret disappointment--Lady Janet Roy and Horace Holmcroft entered the room together.
"Julian!" exclaimed Lady Janet, holding up her hands in astonishment.
He kissed his aunt on the cheek.

"Your ladyship is looking charmingly." He gave his hand to Horace.

Horace took it, and passed on to Mercy.

They walked away together slowly to the other end of the room.