"It's my business to know. Mrs. Leonard's my patient, and her idiosyncrasies——"
"Are doubtless interesting, as pertaining to a handsome woman; but how do they resemble mine?"
"She's a religious enthusiast."
"Well!" ejaculated the lady; "after years of observation that is your wise conclusion. I won't say tell that to the marines, which would be undignified, but tell it to the Hampton matrons."
"The matrons of Hampton know nothing of religion; they're theologians."
The lady laughed. "If she is really like I was at her age, I am sorry for her. Had I married a man like Leonard——"
"My dear, with your excellent taste you did much better; but I thought Leonard was a favorite of yours."
"I like him, but I detest his creed."
"You don't suppose he believes it?"
"He says he does, which is of more consequence."