Quex.

[Taking the book from Muriel and turning its pages.] Yes, I must—I must—

Lady Owbridge.

By the way, has anything been seen of that nice young manicure girl, Miss Sophy—something—?

Muriel.

Sophy Fullgarney—she arrived at about half-past four, and I asked Mrs. Gregory to show her over the house. I thought you would not object.

Lady Owbridge.

Object! it pleases me.

Muriel.

She is roving about the grounds now.