"Did you know Miss Williamson in London?" asked Hil of him.
"Slightly. As much as one knows the leading stars," he replied.
"Was she a star there?"
"Yes, she was rather successful, but I believe she got into some trouble and had to retire, contrary to the general rule, for it usually adds to their celebrity."
"What trouble?" asked May, curiously.
"That's more than I can tell. You see we never notice these things in England, they are every-day occurrences. I don't think I should have recognised her but for her voice," answered Philamore, indifferently.
"Where did you meet your friend, Mr. Goodchild?" asked Reg, when they stood outside the box.
"At the hotel. He only arrived from England a few days ago. He seems a very pleasant young fellow and is well connected at home, knows the Governor, and moves in good society."
"I don't care about him," said Hal. "I have taken an unreasonable dislike to him. I have a certain repellent feeling when he speaks to me."
"It's strange he should know Marjorie Williamson, too," said Reg.