14/31 Lassen's small, queerly-shaped face seemed to have become one huge ingratiating smile. He had disliked this man from the first moment he had seen him, and he saw no particular reason why he should conceal his feelings. "Mademoiselle Idiale is unfortunately prevented from seeing you. She has a severe nervous headache, and her only chance of appearing tonight is to remain perfectly undisturbed. Women of her position, as you may understand, have to be exceptionally careful. |