"Have you been here ever since your return to England?" he asked.
"Oh no," said Windham, "I've only been here a short time, and I have to leave this afternoon."
"I'm sorry for that; I should like to see you--but I suppose it can't be helped; and then I must go back immediately."
"Ah! You are on your way to America, then?"
"America! Oh no. I mean--go back to Italy."
"Italy?"
"Yes; we're all there yet."
"I hope Miss Chute and your family are all well?" said Lord Chetwynde, politely.
"Never better," said Obed.
"Where are you staying now?"