We do not tolerate public displays.

If there are difficulties, they are kept behind closed doors.

A wife who causes scenes or invites gossip will find herself very lonely indeed.” I understand, I said, tracing the cold pearls.

Then I asked, mildly, whether her daughter Rowena had loved this garden.

Her expression tightened, her fingers smoothing the silk lapel.

“Rowena did not have the temperament for this family, Clara.

It is best not to dwell on the past.