Fritz had that power; stupid, blundering, self-contented Fritz.
She pulled the check-string and gave the order, “Home!”
In her present condition she felt unable to go into Society.
When she got to Cadogan Square she said to the footman who opened the door:
“His lordship isn’t in yet?”
“No, my lady.”
“Did he say what time he would be in to-night?”
“No, my lady.”
The man paused, then added:
“His lordship told Mr. Lucas not to wait up.”