She unmistakably prided herself on her courage, and wished Anna to appreciate the fidelity of her friendship.

She only stayed ten minutes, talking of society gossip, and on leaving she said: "You've never told me when the divorce is to be? Supposing I'm ready to fling my cap over the mill, other starchy people will give you the cold shoulder until you're married.

And that's so simple nowadays.

_Ca se fait_.