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The mistress and Master Archie is at the bath. They never expected you. Did you send word you were back, Miss Justice?

No. I arrived just now.

[Points to the easychair.] Sit down and I'll tell the master you are here. Were you long in the train?

[Sitting down.] Since morning.

Master Archie got your postcard with the views of Youghal. You're tired out, I'm sure.

O no. [She coughs rather nervously.] Did he practise the piano while I was away?

[Laughs heartily.] Practise, how are you! Is it Master Archie? He is mad after the milkman's horse now. Had you nice weather down there, Miss Justice?

Rather wet, I think.