"The—the—oh, if you don't see, I can't tell you."
"You appear to assume that attentions from me to your sister-in-law were not to be expected."
"You do see that, don't you?"
"While attentions to your governess——"
"Miss Scaife is my friend and worthy of anybody's attentions," interposed Lady Eynesford quickly.
"But all the same, very different from Miss Derosne," sneered Coxon sullenly, putting her thoughts into her mouth with a discrimination that completed her discomfiture.
"I don't think there is any advantage in discussing it further," remarked Lady Eynesford, rising.
"I claim to see Miss Derosne herself. I am not to be put off."
"I will acquaint the Governor and my sister-in-law with your wishes. No doubt my husband will communicate with you. Good-morning, Mr. Coxon," and Lady Eynesford performed her stiffest bow.