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"Well, I, for one, am here by mere accident, to be sure," said Miss Bydel; but, however, I did not come in from mere curiosity, I assure you, Mrs. Ireton; for I knew nothing of Lord Denmeath's being to come. However, as I happen to be here, I sha'n't be sorry to see his lordship, if I sha'n't be in any body's way, for I never happened to be where he was before. Only I can't think what Lord Melbury went off so quick for; unless it was to shew his uncle the way up stairs. And if it was for that, it was pretty enough of him."
"No, no, you'll be in nobody's way, Mrs. Bydel," said Mr. Giles; "don't be afraid of that. Here's abundance of room for us all. The apartment's a very good apartment for that."
Mrs. Ireton now, impatiently ringing the bell, demanded, of a servant, what he had done with Lord Denmeath; adding, "I should be glad, Sir, to be informed!
