"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."