“Was Lady Annaly ill?”
“Her ladyship had been but poorly, but was better within the last two days.”
“And Miss Annaly?”
“Wonderful better, too, sir; has got up her spirits greatly to-day.”
“I am very glad to hear it,” said Ormond. “Pray, sir, can you tell me whether a servant from Mr. Ormond brought a letter here yesterday?”
“He did, sir.”
“And was there any answer sent?”
“I really can’t say, sir.”
“Be so good to take my name to your lady,” repeated Ormond.
“Indeed, sir, I don’t like to go in, for I know my lady—both my ladies is engaged, very particularly engaged—however, if you very positively desire it, sir—”