“Let them give an example of duty, of self-denial, of frugality.”
I was not to be caught out again.
“Just what I always say,” I observed, impressively.
“Let them put away their horse racing, their betting, their luxurious living, their—”
“You’re right, Miss Milton,” said I.
“Let them set an example of morality.”
“They should,” I assented.
Miss Milton smiled.
“I thought we agreed really,” said she.
“I’m sure we do,” cried I; and I winked with my “off” eye at Mrs. Hilary as I sat down beside Miss Milton.