13/25 'Tis a bad habit of forgetfulness with women, it's worse with men." "You're right, but in my case 'tis not forgetfulness. I've seen you every time you've sung. I've not missed once." "And you've never acknowledged my presence! Thank you." "I was at fault there, I suppose. I kept my happiness to myself. I ought to have thanked you for the joy of seeing and hearing you but I was doubtful whether I should not be intruding." "It would have been no intrusion," rejoined Lavinia her tone softening. |