Nell of Shorne Mills

"What is the matter? Did any one squeeze you? Did you see his lordship?"

asked Mrs. Hawksley.

"No," said Nell, trying to keep her voice steady. "I--I saw that

gentleman with the lady in mauve; but----"

Mrs. Hawksley stared at her.

"Well, that is the earl. That is Lord Angleford with Lady Luce Turfleigh

on his arm."