She seated herself and clasped her hands.
"Do not evade me—I might help you."
He turned to face her; now, with the moonlight behind him, she could not see his features at all.
"You cannot, my dear." His very pleasant soft voice was grave.
"It affects Marius?" asked Susannah.
"Yes."
"It is about money?"
"You were always a sensible lady," answered the Earl; "it is about money"—he gave the last word a curious little intonation of disdain.
"I have been waiting for this," said Susannah quietly.
"I give you credit for your observation, my cousin."