Dowager.

It would not deter me if you did. The grand motive of my life is a firm, undeviating, persistent policy of practical interference. I am a social warrior; the moment I scent domestic carnage I hurl myself into the mêlée and plant my flag. Julian, my flag is planted in your household.

Sir Julian Twombley.

But I am aware of nothing disquieting to Katherine’s peace of mind.

Dowager.

Don’t tell me!

Sir Julian Twombley.

Two or three months ago there was a little difficulty——

Dowager.

Ah!