I shall have to part with an idea that may be totally valueless, but which has impressed me so that it must out, if I am to have any peace to-night.

Mr.Gryce, allow me to whisper in your ear.

Some things lose force when spoken aloud." And leaning forward, she breathed a short sentence into his ear which made him start and regard her with an amazement which rapidly grew into admiration.
"Madam!" he cried, rising up that he might the better honor her with one of his low bows, "your idea, whether valueless or not, is one which is worthy of the acute lady who proffers it.

We will act on it, ma'am, act at once.

Wait till I have given my orders.