“You must have been misinformed,” said Lady Blake.
“Oh, no, it was June, I assure you. One does not forget that.”
“I mean about Launa. The Duchess is so particular, and it happened so long ago. Good-bye, dear.”
She rustled away to call at the House for her husband.
Next day Launa received an invitation for the musical party—she was even asked to play. She refused that honour.
CHAPTER XVI
Sylvia had become necessary to Launa, who had at first used her as a screen, for Mr. Wainbridge was there always, and with Sylvia present naturally there were no demonstrations.
Paul made his appearance only a degree less frequently—Launa did not mind being alone with him. He was waiting in London for her wedding day, for which no date was appointed, and Paul was not anxious to arrange this.
Sylvia talked to Paul when Mr. Wainbridge was in possession, and it occurred to Launa that Sylvia was very attractive—probably Paul thought this also.