Then Arthur managed to get acquainted with the Telfers, and Mrs. Telfer presented him to me. Mrs. Telfer has kept an eye on me all through. Not that it was necessary, brought up as I was—but she's a kind old soul.

Imogen.

And now you're going to live with his people for a time, aren't you?

Rose.

Yes—on approval.

Imogen.

Ha, ha, ha I you don't mean that!

Rose.

Well, in a way—just to reassure them, as they put it. The Gowers have such odd ideas about theatres, and actors and actresses.

Imogen.