Very near neighbours. You can see my roof from your windows.
Paula.
I fancy I have observed a roof. But you have been away from home; you have only just returned.
Mrs. Cortelyon.
I? What makes you think that?
Paula.
Why, because it is two months since we came to Highercoombe, and I don't remember your having called.
Mrs. Cortelyon.
Your memory is now terribly accurate. No, I've not been away from home, and it is to explain my neglect that I am here, rather unceremoniously, this morning.
Paula.