“Everybody knows he was in love with Isabel for years,” said Maud, indignantly.
“He was very patient,” said Laura.
Isabel rose. “I shall not stay here to be insulted. It’s quite obvious, Laura, why you say such things.”
“I don’t say anything. Only——”
“Well?”
“The next time, you might mention that among the reasons why you refused Mr. Neston was, that he never asked you.”
“I see what it is,” said Isabel. “Don’t you, Maud?”
“Yes,” said Maud.
“What is it?” demanded Laura.