'I don't know how Aunt Ellen came across her, if that's what you mean.'
'Her father was a person everybody knew. One of his daughters made a very good marriage. But this one—I didn't bargain for you and Hermione getting mixed up with her.'
'I don't see that we're either of us—— But Miss Levering seems to go everywhere. Why shouldn't she?'
With sudden emphasis, 'You mustn't ask her to Eaton Square,' said Aunt Lydia.
'I have.'
Mrs. Heriot half rose from her seat. 'Then you'll have to get out of it!'
'Why?'
'I am sure your grandfather would agree with me. I warn you I won't stand by and see that woman getting you into her clutches.'
'Clutches? Why should you think she wants me in her clutches?'