The Earl was certain that was what people would be saying about her.
However, he left it to Mrs. Fielding and the housemaids to exclaim over and over again how marvellous and enchanting her Ladyship looked.
He glanced at the clock on the mantelpiece.
“I think we should leave,” he said, “but first you must show yourself to my grandmother. She is waiting downstairs specially to see you.”
“But of course!” Lupita cried excitedly.
She did not wait for the Earl, but ran out of the room.
The Earl smiled at Mrs. Fielding.
“You have done a splendid job,” he praised her.
“It wasn’t difficult, my Lord,” Mrs. Fielding replied. “Her Ladyship’s the most beautiful young lady I’ve ever seen and so sweet it’s a real pleasure to do anythin’ for her.”
The Earl followed Lupita.
He found her in the d
