You will not
forget it, and you will keep a guard over your conversation accordingly.
Talking of medical men, have you ever tried the Golden Ointment for that
sad affliction in your eyes? It has been described to me as an excellent
remedy."
"It has not succeeded in my case," replied Magdalen, sharply. "Before I
see Mr. Noel Vanstone," she continued, "may I inquire--"
"I beg your pardon," interposed Mrs. Lecount. "Does your question refer
in any way to those two poor girls?"
"It refers to the Misses Vanstone."
"Then I can't enter into it. Excuse me, I really can't discuss these
poor girls (I am so glad to hear you call them the Misses Vanstone!)
except in my master's presence, and by my master's express permission.
Let us talk of something else while we are waiting here. Will you notice
my glass Tank? I have every reason to believe that it is a perfect
novelty in England."
"I looked at the tank while you were out of the room," said Magdalen.
"Did you? You take no interest in the subject, I dare say? Quite
natural. I took no interest either until I was married. My dear
husband--dead many years since--formed my tastes and elevated me to
himself.
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