He was not--he had never been--a man to think for others.

But Hortensia cut in before he could reply.
"We will wait," she said.

"Since you are travelling to town, I am sure his lordship will be glad of your company, sir." Mr.Caryll looked deep into those great brown eyes, and bowed his thanks.

"If it will not discompose your lordship--" "No, no," said Ostermore, gruff of voice and manner.

"We will wait.