“Why not?”
“Because he also admires her immensely.”
“We both admire the view from here very much indeed, but that is no reason why you and I should not like each other.”
“No, but then you see there is a difference between lovely scenery and lovely widows.”
“Perhaps there is,” said Arthur.
At this moment Lord Minster returned with Mrs. Carr.
“How do you do, Lady Florence?” said the latter; “let me introduce you to Mr. Heigham. What, do you already know each other?”
“Oh, yes, Mrs. Carr, we are old friends.”
“Oh, indeed, that is very charming for you.”
“Yes, it is,” said Lady Florence, frankly.