Leonard was not amused. Mrs Hampton, you really must not laugh at these dark mysteries. They can be stronger and more dangerous than we realize.
Clovis Sangrail listened silently to this conversation, and after lunch he spoke to Lord Pabham in the smoking-room. Tell me, Lord Pabham, began Clovis. Have you got a she-wolf in your zoo at Pabham Park? A quiet, friendly she-wolf?
There's Louisa, said Lord thoughtfully. The's very quiet and gentle. Why do you ask?
i'd like to tomorrow evening, said Clovis lightly. May I please?
Tomorrow night? repeated Lord in surprise.
Yes. Wolves susally sleep during the day, don't hey? so a night-time journey won't hurt her. Could you ask one of your man to bring Louisa here when it is dark?Then he can tale her quietly into the conservatory at the same time as Mrs ham leavesthe dining-room