Richard
Tell me one thing, Sorel, did your father and mother know I was coming?
Sorel
Oh, yes; they were awfully pleased.
Richard
A rather nice-looking woman came down, in a big hat, and went into the garden with a young man, without saying a word.
Sorel
That was Mother, I expect. We’re an independent family—we entertain our friends sort of separately.
Richard
Oh, I see.
Sorel
It was sweet of you to come.