Mrs. Eden.
[To Lady Owbridge.] Lady Owbridge, Miss Fullgarney is coming down to Richmond this evening to manicure me. Do, do, do let her give your nails the fashionable cut. [Going to Quex and Muriel.] Everybody is wearing pointed nails this Season.
Lady Owbridge.
[Advancing to Sophy.] Ah, no, no. These practices are somewhat shocking to an old woman. [To Sophy.] But I don't blame you. [Laying her hand upon Sophy's arm, kindly.] So you're Miss Eden's foster-sister, eh?
Sophy.
I've that honour, my lady.
Lady Owbridge.
You look a little thin. Come down to Fauncey Court to-day as soon as your duties will release you. Spend as many hours there as you can.
Sophy.
Oh, my lady!