Mrs.Weyne, who had been slightly acquainted with Mrs.Heredith before her marriage, was delighted to learn she was to have her for a neighbour.

She had arranged the evening on her behalf, and had asked Miss Heredith to bring all her guests.

The event was to mark the close of the house party, which was to break up on the following day.

Unfortunately, Mrs.Heredith had fallen ill a few hours previously, and it was doubtful whether she would be able to join in the festivity.
"I hope you will all remember that dinner is to be a quarter of an hour earlier to-night," said Miss Heredith, as she handed a cup of tea to one of her guests.

"It is a long drive to the Weynes' place, so I shall order the cars for half-past seven." The guests glanced at their hostess and murmured polite assent.
"I am looking forward to the visit so much," said the lady to whom Miss Heredith had handed the cup.