She had Alston's red roses in her hand.
"I am going to put your roses in water now."
She turned again to the waiter.
"Could I have some water put in that vase, please? And we'll have supper at once."
"Certainly, ma'am!"
"Come and see the menu, both of you, and tell me if you are satisfied with it."
She picked it up and handed it to Alston.
"And then show it to Claude while I take off my cloak."
She went away, smiling.
The waiters had gone out for a moment. The two friends were alone together.