| 单词 | Brigit |
| 例句 | “Oh dear, Brigit. I can see you totally disapprove!” Auggie & Me 2015-07-20T00:00:00Z Brigit is too alive and present for that. Theater Review: Deirdre Kinahan?s ?BogBoy? - Review 2011-09-17T00:09:34Z In a play about lost people, Ms. Kinahan almost lets her best creation, Brigit, get lost among the big themes of violence, guilt and complicity. Theater Review: Deirdre Kinahan?s ?BogBoy? - Review 2011-09-17T00:09:34Z Now Pidge and his indomitable little sister Brigit must fight for the good god Dagda and guard the manuscript from the covetous Morrigan. Summer voyages: The Hounds of the Morrigan 2013-07-23T09:13:47Z Brigit Saltz moved to the city from Washington, D.C., last July. With steamboats and beignets, it’s no surprise New Orleans is a great destination for families 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z “The magnitude of the value of the Bible as a literary work outweighs any violence or profanity which may be contained in the book,” Davis School District Board Vice President Brigit Gerrard said. Utah school district returns the Bible to shelves after appeals and outcry 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z Representatives of Brigit did not respond to multiple inquiries. Will California crack down on cash apps that trap women in debt? 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z On the way, they sipped tea — using cupholders to prevent spills — and snacked on finger sandwiches and pastries like the “royal scone” from a menu a former royal butler curated for tour operator Brigit’s Bakery. Coronation gives tourism boost, but UK economy still reeling 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Cholly Knickerbocker noted that the “erudite baron,” his baroness and “their lovely daughter Brigit” — a common misspelling that persisted in the press — “entertained a distinguished group of ambassadors, ministers and socialites-without-portfolio.” The mysterious patient in room 23: The hermit baroness 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z After one night with her snobbish roommates, Ella learns that she’s been transferred to another room, to be shared with a cranky misfit named Brigit. Diversity is at the heart of magic school in ‘The Marvellers’ 2022-05-18T04:00:00Z The municipal intervention chimes with comments from the German Social Democrat MEP Brigit Sippel, who said earlier this month that she knew of “cities and German Länder who are ready … tomorrow, to do more”. Cities lobby EU to offer shelter to migrant children from Greece 2020-04-24T04:00:00Z These apps — EarnIn, Daily Pay, and Brigit — are all examples of a fast-growing product called Earned Wage Access, which the U.S. Will California crack down on cash apps that trap women in debt? 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z The village is named after the church to the Celtic saint Brigit. Row over village name down to a 'T' 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z Boardwalk communications manager Brigit Fuller wants viewers to remember that even though it might be scary, it’s all just fantasy and movie magic. Horror flick ‘Us’ spooks people from visiting Santa Cruz 2019-04-05T04:00:00Z “Phones are a distraction to students during class, yet they are also a valuable resource to students communicating with peers and families without a data plan,” said Brigit Stattelman-Scanlan, a senior at East. 4 Madison schools block social media apps in pilot program 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z World Bank lead economist Brigit Hansl says domestic consumption will also continue to prop up the economy. World Bank: Boosted spending can expand Philippine economy 2016-10-03T04:00:00Z "I think anything would be an improvement," said attorney Brigit Zahler, who splits her time between Red Bank, New Jersey, and West Islip, on Long Island, east of New York. Cautious approval, skepticism for Penn Station overhaul plan 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z However, Brigit was definitely a woman and no 't' was required. Row over village name down to a 'T' 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z You are running around on a windy winter’s day, rosy-cheeked and laughing, being towed across the broken asphalt by your exuberant new puppy, Brigit. A Full Heart and an Empty Nest 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z This weekend, the Brigit St. Brigit Theatre became the first local group to stage a play in the renovated building. 110-year-old Omaha theater ready to open after renovation 2016-02-27T05:00:00Z Powys council originally changed the spelling as it said a mistake was made in the mid-1800s when Llansantffraid - named after the female Celtic Saint Brigit - wrongly described her as a man. Village spelling with 't' to return 2014-10-01T04:00:00Z Brigit Binns, cookbook author: “Listening to broth bubble in a paella, which you are not allowed to stir. When the sound of bubbling stops, the crust has begun to form.” Bubbling jam, crackling bread: What does good cooking sound like? 2014-07-01T04:00:00Z "There are a lot of social pressures on patients, and patients pressure the doctors," said Dr. Brigit Brock, a maternal and fetal-medicine specialist at Swedish. Baby's birth day can be risky if rushed, hospitals are told 2013-01-01T05:51:05Z It is supposed to be built in, or nearly in, the place where the old church stood that was founded by St Brigit in the sixth century. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Cormac, in his "Glossary," tells us she was a daughter of the Dagda and a goddess whom all poets adored, and whose two sisters were Brigit the physician and Brigit the smith. Ulster Folklore 2011-08-25T02:00:26.683Z Brigit, although now at the head of a great community, and very strict in carrying out her Rules, still retained all her humility and gentleness of disposition. A Reading Book in Irish History Ult�n’s hymn on St Brigit beginning “Brigit b� bithmaith,” which is by far the most artistic of the collection, was perhaps composed in the 7th century. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" Cormac in his Glossary tells us she was a daughter of the Dagda and a goddess whom all poets adored, and whose sisters were Brigit the physician and Brigit the smith. The Position of Woman in Primitive Society A Study of the Matriarchy Brigit shines out a star of the first magnitude, totally eclipsing the lesser two lights, Patrick and Columba. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z ‘They shall be stones then,’ saith Brigit, and of the salt stones were made. Indian Fairy Tales This tree continued to flourish long after Brigit's death, and it was regarded with great veneration by the people of the place. A Reading Book in Irish History Robert and Brigit were silent with happiness on their way to Southampton. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange But extremes meet, and Brigit has none of the British middle-class snobbism. The Halo Nothing shall be said about Columba at present, but it has to be admitted that Patrick, as he is represented in the Leabhar Breac, makes a poor show when contrasted with glorious St Brigit. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Once upon a time Brigit beheld a man with salt on his back. Indian Fairy Tales We are not quite sure of the exact year of Brigit's settlement here; but it probably occurred about 485, when she was thirty years of age. A Reading Book in Irish History The dog, which was a young pug with excellent points, gave Brigit, after many entreaties, his paw. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit's appetite had fled, and she was most uneasy as she watched him, for she did not dare risk an explosion by putting the smallest question to him. The Halo Patrick is represented as spending a large part of his time in cursing and killing, but St Brigit spends most of hers in blessing and relieving. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Salt was made again thereof through Brigit’s word.” Indian Fairy Tales But with all her gentle unassuming ways, St. Brigit was a woman of strong mind and great talents. A Reading Book in Irish History But as he was too much in earnest to analyse these sentiments, he could neither gauge his own reticence nor justify it to Brigit herself. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange He was paler than Brigit had ever seen him, and his eyes, bent to the ground for the most part, even more deeply circled than they had been at the café a few hours before. The Halo A miserable, greedy hound came into the house to Brigit. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z A similar miracle is told of the Irish Saint, Brigit. Indian Fairy Tales Of all the Irish saints, Brigit and Columkille are, next after St. Patrick, the most loved and revered by the people of Ireland. A Reading Book in Irish History Brigit went to the looking-glass, took off her hat, and apologised for her “frightful appearance.” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "You are to sit here, Brigit, between grandfather and me," explained Théo, stopping opposite his father, who was listening to something Madame Guillaume was telling him. The Halo Brigit, out of pity, gave him the fifth piece. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z He stands, perhaps, second only to Brigit of Kildare in this respect; for Patrick was a foreigner, and Colum Cille accomplished his work and exercised his influence outside the shores of Ireland. The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran Translations Of Christian Literature. Series V. Lives Of The Celtic Saints The family must have soon returned however to their own district, for we know that Brigit passed her childhood with her parents in the neighbourhood of Kildare. A Reading Book in Irish History Brigit made the tea, following the English custom taught her by Pens�e. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Suddenly, in his evident agony, Joyselle again looked at Brigit, and all her misery of suspense and curiosity flew to her eyes. The Halo When the hound had eaten that piece, Brigit gave another piece to him. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Brigit prophesied of him when she saw the fire and the angel, fifty years before Ciaran, in the place where the Crosses of Brigit are to-day. The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran Translations Of Christian Literature. Series V. Lives Of The Celtic Saints When Brigit came of an age to choose her way of life, she resolved to be a nun, to which her parents made no objection. A Reading Book in Irish History Fortunately, whilst he was opening it, Brigit's attention was still riveted on the old song which she was humming over at the piano. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit, though deeply relieved, was more puzzled than ever. The Halo Brigit ordered a wild fox to come out of the wood. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Of the prophecy attributed to Brigit there appears to be no record in any of her numerous Lives: nor can I identify with certainty the story of "the fire and the angel." The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran Translations Of Christian Literature. Series V. Lives Of The Celtic Saints Late in life Brigit's influence over young people was unbounded: for her very gentleness gave tenfold power to her words. A Reading Book in Irish History You are so brave, Brigit——“ “I am tired of being brave.” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit crushed the letter violently in her hand and threw it down, her face distorted with anger. The Halo So he came, and was playing and sporting for the hosts and for the King at Brigit’s order. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z There were "Crosses of Brigit" at Armagh;3 but as there were probably many other crosses throughout the country dedicated to this popular saint we cannot infer that Armagh was the scene of the prophecy. The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran Translations Of Christian Literature. Series V. Lives Of The Celtic Saints The name of that good bishop is to this day held in affectionate remembrance, with that of St. Brigit, by the people of Kildare and of the country all round. A Reading Book in Irish History It was decided that Brigit should be summoned at once from Paris to take up her residence at the Convent, where she had been well protected during the earlier part of the year. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit, who stood by the window, nodded without turning. The Halo So Duffy fared in his chariot, and Brigit along with him. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Stowe contains a Christian addition: 'to the feast of Brigit;' that is, the first of February. The Ancient Irish Epic Tale Táin Bó Cúalnge Among Brigit's virtues none is more marked than her charity and kindness of heart towards poor, needy, and helpless people. A Reading Book in Irish History Brigit's lovely face gained intensity only under the influence of sorrow. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit," he said quietly, "my mother is dead. The Halo When they came to the King’s fortress, Duffy went in to the King, and Brigit remained in her chariot at the fortress door. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z But the cauldron was first of all associated with a fertility cult,424 and Cerridwen must therefore once have been a goddess of fertility, who, like Brigit, was later worshipped by bards. The Religion of the Ancient Celts And then Brigit came and keened her son with shrieking and with crying. Gods and Fighting Men I have no patience with Brigit, and Robert drives me to the conclusion that good men are fools—fools! Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit stared at them for a moment, wondering vaguely which of them was dead, which only fainting. The Halo A leper came to Brigit to ask alms. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Brigit, or goddesses with similar functions, was regarded by the Celts as an early teacher of civilisation, inspirer of the artistic, poetic, and mechanical faculties, as well as a goddess of fire and fertility. The Religion of the Ancient Celts Charms before which all sorrows fail— The Palm-branch of Christ and Brigit's Veil. A Celtic Psaltery “There is no Marquis,” answered Brigit, laughing a little. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange The next few minutes were minutes that Brigit never forgot. The Halo Said Brigit, ‘The Son of the Virgin knoweth if I had thy might with all Leinster and with all thy wealth, I would give them to the Lord of the Elements.’ Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z The Celtic Minerva, or the goddesses equated with her, "taught the elements of industry and the arts,"120 and is thus the equivalent of the Irish Brigit. The Religion of the Ancient Celts At another time he found a Life of St. Brigit of Sweden at a country inn, when he was on one of his school-inspecting journeys across the island. A Writer's Recollections — Volume 1 Dear Brigit! for my sake, for Robert's——“ “It is for your sake and Robert's that I have accepted the invitation to Hadley. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit noticed, with a thrill of horror, remembering what the doctor had said, that he spoke not quite distinctly; his tongue was a little thick. The Halo Brigit said, ‘I will ask that of the King.’ Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Here they are sons of Tuirenn, but more usually their mother Danu or Brigit is mentioned. The Religion of the Ancient Celts In any case I devoted myself to her while Monny and Brigit frolicked with others; and I had a reward of a kind. It Happened in Egypt He had never been able to forgive the duel at Loadilla which had occasioned so much scandal in Madrid, and brought Brigit's name into bad company. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Félicité left her basket in the vestibule of the church, and going in dipped her fingers into the holy water fountain and held her hand out to Brigit. The Halo Said Brigit to the King, ‘If thou desirest excellent children and a kingdom for thy sons, and heaven for thyself, give me the two boons I ask.’ Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z It is also noteworthy that if cattle cropped the grass near S. Brigit's shrine, next day it was as luxuriant as ever. The Religion of the Ancient Celts She did not, however, speak out her conviction to Brigit. It Happened in Egypt A moment's reflection had shown her that Brigit could have no difficulty in proving that she was not the mysterious lady who visited Orange's lodgings. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange I am a brute," Brigit told herself, "a perfect fiend to torture him so. The Halo After the ending of the form of celebration the King fared forth on his way, and Brigit went to refection. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z So, too, the identity of Danu and Brigit might be explained, or the fact that there were three Brigits. The Religion of the Ancient Celts The eyes of Brigit and Monny met: but there was none of that deadly fear in the girl's, which Biddy was trying to keep out of hers. It Happened in Egypt She tapped, and heard Brigit herself reply— “Come in.” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "You will find my husband in his study," she said, looking earnestly at Brigit. The Halo The three Saints whose lives appear in it are Patrick, Brigit, and Columba, or Colum Cill, as he is generally called in Ireland. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z But Brigit, like Vesta, was at once a goddess of fire and of fertility, as her connection with Candlemas and certain ritual survivals also suggest. The Religion of the Ancient Celts Brigit as well as Monny realized that the moment had come. It Happened in Egypt Brigit could recognise an agitation of the soul in the imperceptible sadness of the voice, and she guessed poor Sara's secret. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange And glancing over his right shoulder at the mantling west, Théo hurried Brigit past the Breach of Henri IV., with its crown of lilac trees, up the steep causeway to the Tower itself. The Halo St Brigit seems to have acted on some of the precepts found in the “Ancient Mariner” fourteen hundred years before the poem was written. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z They are duplicates or local forms of Brigit, a goddess of culture and of poetry, so much loved by the Celts. The Religion of the Ancient Celts Brigit and Monny had "won out," and secured the prize, as Anthony had prophesied that they would do. It Happened in Egypt Brigit was talking in the same strain only yesterday. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange He looked very ill indeed, but Brigit knew that it was no physical pain that was tormenting him. The Halo Then Duffy came and said to Brigit, ‘Hast thou boiled the bacon, and do all the portions remain?’ Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z As a goddess, Brigit is more prominent than Danu, also a goddess of fertility, even though Danu is mother of the gods. The Religion of the Ancient Celts Brigit was in suspense about the two men who had so strangely and secretly worked with their spy, Bedr, and whom she expected to meet again later. It Happened in Egypt Robert's love of Brigit makes little outward show, but I know that it is terribly real. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit, standing near Félicité near the altar, felt her eyes fill with tears as the little group appeared. The Halo Once upon a time a bondsman of Brigit’s family was cutting firewood. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Probably she is no other than Brigit, the Celtic goddess of fire and apparently of the crops. The Golden Bough But there was a Brigit; there was a Monny; and they were more to us than all the treasure Sir Marcus was apparently stealing while we slaved. It Happened in Egypt Brigit has shut herself up in a room. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit followed obediently, but her mind was in a whirl. The Halo St Brigit, while she got the poor bondsman out of trouble, managed to do so without depriving the fox of his liberty. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z And Brigit, too unstrung to tell the usual conventional lies, simply sobbed on, her whole body shaking with agony. The Halo On the wide veranda of the Grand Hotel, where pretty girls were giving tea to young officers in khaki, Fenton came up to Brigit and Monny, who were questioning me about letters. It Happened in Egypt Pens�e ventured to make a reference to the forthcoming marriage of the “best man,” and expressed the faltering hope that “dear Agnes would be as happy as dear Brigit.” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit stood in an upper window looking down as the crowd assorted itself and settled down on the benches by the tables. The Halo Then came Brigit and her mother with her to her father’s house. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Brigit laughed as she dabbed some cherry-coloured grease on her pointed nails. The Halo "It sounds like something in a story book," said Monny, while Brigit and I kept mum, drinking in gulps of moonlight. It Happened in Egypt Robert, hating himself, condemning himself, was conscious, in spite of himself, that Brigit's affection for him was not love in the full human sense of the word. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "How do you feel to-day—Master?" asked Brigit, suddenly, forcing him to look at her. The Halo Duffy went for Brigit, and was enraged against her because she had given his sword to the poor man. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Tommy's small eyes beamed with fanatical affection, and Brigit kissed him again. The Halo "Don't call him names now, dearest," Brigit begged. It Happened in Egypt It was not in him to consider—even as an egoistic reflection to be put aside—how far Brigit's project, carried into action, could effect his own political career. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Everyone left the arbour except her and the old man, and Brigit, feeling that Joyselle was close on her heels, went into the house and into the sitting-room. The Halo So Brigit went into the fortress and asked her two boons of the king, the forfeiture of the sword to Duffy, and his freedom for the slave. Beauties and Antiquities of Ireland 2012-04-23T02:00:32.180Z Carron had gone early, too restless to stay quiet, and afraid to rouse Brigit out of her curious lethargic state. The Halo That's exactly what I remarked to Brigit, before I could persuade her to follow the general example. It Happened in Egypt He could at least always talk to her about Brigit: that common memory would be a constant link between them. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "Brigit," he said, clearing his throat, "do you love me?" The Halo He rose and kissed her hands, and a moment later he and Brigit were alone. The Halo There was a long pause, and then Brigit Mead went to the door. The Halo Anthony did not join me until just as the train was crawling out of the station, for we had asked Brigit and Monny not to see us off, and they had been startlingly acquiescent. It Happened in Egypt More than a note of her mother's insolence was in the speech, but the whole spirit of the dead actress seemed to possess Brigit for that moment. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange An hour later Brigit slowly mounted the stairs at the inn. The Halo "Brigit, of course I'm only a kid—and all that sort of thing." The Halo Suddenly Brigit burst into tears, nervous, hysterical, noisy sobbing, as she had done that day in the olive grove at the Villa Arcadie. The Halo One I had expected from Anthony; but my heart gave a bound as I recognized Brigit's handwriting, not seen for years; and instinct told me that the third was from Monny Gilder. It Happened in Egypt He looked down at Brigit, who, wrapped in her furs, was stretched out by his side, her beautiful, child-like countenance turned toward him, smiling in faith and deep unspeakable tenderness. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "Brigit," he asked, recognising her for the first time, "are you in love with Joyselle?" The Halo Her gentle face was so undisturbed, so calmly acceptant of the heinous fact that Brigit could do nothing but stare. The Halo There was such convincing sincerity in her every tone that Brigit could not even pretend to be angry. The Halo She wore it round her neck every day—therefore the chamois-skin bag on the other bed must be Brigit's. It Happened in Egypt He and Brigit were the last to leave the boat. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Tommy, dear," Brigit said quietly, suddenly seeing her way clear, "I am wiring the Master to come to see you. The Halo Joyselle, standing in the shadow, did not answer, but Brigit laughed gaily, and her gaiety was unfeigned, for she had assured herself, by watching him under torture, of the strength of Joyselle's love for her. The Halo Leicester Street is but a ten minutes' walk from Golden Square, and Brigit felt as she walked that the world was meant for better things than tragedy, after all. The Halo "Monny knows only that Rachel was supposed to be the heiress, testing her personal attractions by pretending to be the poor school teacher," said Brigit. It Happened in Egypt There was some danger threatening in that quarter, and it was impossible to dissociate this from Brigit. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit, who had been sent out for a walk, tramped steadily down the road towards the village, her hands in her jacket pockets, her chin buried in her little boa. The Halo Unconsciously the girl touched it, and then, as the other woman turned and knelt at one of the worn praying-desks, Brigit hastily touched her own forehead and breast. The Halo "What time is the Mass?" asked Brigit, as a tall cart clattered up to the fountain and a brisk middle-aged woman climbed down from it and began setting up her stand for the day's market. The Halo Then Antoun Effendi turned abruptly away, forgetting apparently that he had not taken leave of Brigit or me. It Happened in Egypt “Yes,” replied Brigit, with a slight note of irony in her musical voice. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit—I give you my sacred word of honour that I did not believe him that day. The Halo "You are tired, my daughter?" asked Félicité, as Brigit frowned with impatience. The Halo When she came back, Brigit found her mother installed in the room while nurse had her tea. The Halo When Anthony came up for his farewell I had been asking Brigit and Monny if they expected letters at the Poste Restante. It Happened in Egypt But do you like him?” she said, suddenly turning to Brigit. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit sat down by him and took off her gloves. The Halo If Brigit would only come back and live here again," he said over and over again, "like other fellows' sisters. The Halo "I see your mother has gone to the country, Lady Brigit," said a girl near the door, as she passed. The Halo Brigit threw a question over her shoulder to the floating mist of gold. It Happened in Egypt Brigit, with a sparkling glance at Sara, stroked Pens�e's cheek, and pinched her small ear. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit hated the house, but it was cheap, and she had little money. The Halo My dear Sister—On Tuesday we shall arrive, I, my wife, our boy, and his fiancée, Lady Brigit Mead. The Halo Brigit heard him exclaim, "and how art thou, old one?" The Halo Nubian servants salaamed in the big room where once the master of the house had held receptions, and in a smaller room beyond I saw Antoun, Brigit, and Monny. It Happened in Egypt She became so pale as she uttered these words that Brigit leant forward with a gesture of reassurance. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "I—I am very ill Brigit," he said in a hurried, deprecating way. The Halo Looking down at him in his oft-interrupted progress, Brigit told herself that things must turn out all right. The Halo "Shake hands with him, Brigit," suggested Victor pulling his moustache to suppress a smile. The Halo In the centre of the white cloth stood a large dish of something sweet and rich-looking, from which everybody pretended to eat; but at sight of me, Brigit and Monny began talking together. It Happened in Egypt It was I they saw—not you—it was I.” Brigit dropped her eyes but made no other movement. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "Brigit, I—I really have something to say to you." The Halo Brigit did not see him, and going slowly to her lover allowed him to embrace her. The Halo The morning of the eighth of September dawned that year very gloriously, and Brigit Mead saw it dawn. The Halo I dared not contradict it flatly, without consulting Brigit or the Gilded Rose herself. It Happened in Egypt Brigit sighed deeply, and did not reply at once. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit—you can see what a wreck I am. The Halo While he was in the telegraph-office Brigit allowed her muscles to relax and her face to express her hitherto rigidly concealed triumph. The Halo An hour later Brigit Mead came quietly down the now nearly dark stairs of the old house, smiling faintly to herself. The Halo Still, I had Brigit and Monny as bright spots in the tail; and my old dreams of Luxor had been empty of them. It Happened in Egypt Brigit and Castrillon had appeared in it at Madrid, and descriptions of their success were whispered through the room. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange And Brigit, touched by her kindness as well as terrified by her own indiscretion, sat down by her. The Halo He had not observed the discrepancy in her story, Brigit saw, and was simply waiting. The Halo He lit a cigarette and Brigit drew a deep breath of relief. The Halo The eunuch opened a door leading into the women's building, and Brigit and Monny entered the same secretive sort of vestibule they must have remembered in the House of the Crocodile. It Happened in Egypt Brigit was laughing, singing, dancing—fulfilling, surely enough, her real vocation. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange When they reached his study they found Théo sitting at the piano playing with the parrot, while Brigit stood, looking like a thunder cloud, at an open window. The Halo Brigit's attitude was absolutely incomprehensible to him, and hurt him in an almost unbearable degree. The Halo All was well, she said, when he came home that evening after Brigit had come to him in the studio. The Halo I know Biddy well enough to be sure that her thought at that instant was for Monny Gilder, not Brigit O'Brien. It Happened in Egypt He was madly jealous of Castrillon, who gazed into Brigit's eyes and uttered his lines with the most touching air of passionate devotion. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange At its close Félicité called her son to her room under some pretext or other, and Joyselle and Brigit went alone to his study. The Halo Brigit almost ran up the four flights, and then, when opposite the door, sat down on the top step and hid her face in her hands. The Halo Théo walked into the ballroom without a word, and Brigit found herself close in his father's arms for a wild moment. The Halo Brigit had never spoken out to Monny what was in her mind about Esm� O'Brien. It Happened in Egypt Brigit did not belong to “the despised day of small things”; she was the woman of his imagination—the well-beloved, and having gained her, was he to say—Farewell? Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Smiling to herself, Brigit dressed and then went into her sitting-room, and opening a window looked down into the street. The Halo Brigit ate a piece of fruit tart, a bit of cheese, and rose languidly. The Halo Brigit was amused, for she saw that the Spectre, as her friends called the grey-draped peeress, had anticipated excitement and curiosity on Joyselle's part. The Halo Yes, she must lead the way; yet Brigit longed to fling herself in front, to make of her body a shield for the tall white girl she had never so loved and admired. It Happened in Egypt “It has come right, dear,” said Brigit; “perfectly right.” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Opposite No. 6 Rue Victor Hugo is a long black wall, and in the middle of this wall an old-fashioned gas lantern was glowing red when Joyselle and Brigit arrived. The Halo Look here, Brigit, really and truly, she was. The Halo "Don't laugh, Brigit," he broke in with a quaint wave of his hand. The Halo Sir Marcus had been inclined to smile at the notion of danger; but he, like Anthony Fenton, was ignorant of any private qualms which troubled Brigit O'Brien. It Happened in Egypt Brigit smiled at the word—a favourite one with Pens�e when persons and events differed from the serene, unreasoned fiction which she called her experience. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "Brigit——" It was Lady Kingsmead, and Brigit, looking at her mother, almost fainted for the first time in her life. The Halo But Brigit would not condescend to sit up and beg. The Halo Félicité, who is very wise, fears that she, Lady Brigit, may not care for Falaise, for she is, my dear sister, the daughter of a Count. The Halo I shall have to look after Monny and Brigit, as Anthony is having his hands full with Cleopatra lately, and, besides, he can't start with us. It Happened in Egypt When they met in the morning, Brigit seemed to have aged by ten years. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit Mead did not go to bed at all that night. The Halo Brigit's cap was tied on firmly with a strong green veil, but she wore nothing over her face, and the chill air made her feel better. The Halo Then at last he turned to Brigit, his face grave as she had hitherto seen it only when he was playing. The Halo She would expect her niece if not Brigit to go about with her, and would not be easily persuaded to join any other party. It Happened in Egypt Pens�e rose from the table, and went up the stairs to the room where Brigit still knelt by Parflete's dead body. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "I have come on business, Brigit," he announced quietly. The Halo The Duchess, that evening, watched Brigit with dismayed surprise. The Halo "You will come too, my Brigit," whispered Théo under his breath. The Halo I felt she was going to hint to him that I was in love with Monny—hint to Brigit also. It Happened in Egypt Brigit seemed as pale as the lilies on the altar; she was less beautiful but more ethereal than usual. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit bent over and kissed him tenderly, her face very sweet with affection. The Halo She gazed in amazement at Brigit before the younger woman bent and kissed her, and then sat down and folded her hands, as was her way. The Halo And that was the beginning of a most extraordinary phase of Brigit Mead's life. The Halo Many of our people had got off the Enchantress Isis in one of the locks, and had walked up the steps to the summit-level of the Barrage, Brigit and I among others. It Happened in Egypt A faint flush swept into Brigit's face under the effect of an experience so novel. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange With the violently sudden change of mood that was part of her character, Brigit's spirits had gone up. The Halo Brigit turned to the elder, a boy of six, dressed in a quaintly cut green blouse. The Halo Brigit left the villa the next morning and went straight to London. The Halo I had stayed behind with the intention of amusing Brigit. It Happened in Egypt Brigit sighed deeply, and roused herself with a painful sense that the minute she wilfully cut short had been the sweetest in her life. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit, feeling that things outside her own control had hastened an inevitable crisis, stood waiting with the immobility of one consciously in the hands of Fate. The Halo Brigit looked at Carron for a moment, and then went downstairs with her hand on the little boy's shoulder. The Halo "Yes, pat his head and call him dear!" cried Brigit furiously from the open door. The Halo I knew in my heart that, in accusing Monny Gilder of claiming Brigit O'Neill because she was paying her expenses, I did the girl an injustice. It Happened in Egypt These were the things which engraved themselves on Brigit's mind. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange I—it very nearly upset me, Lady Brigit. The Halo But Brigit's anger, nursed all during the drive home, burst out afresh. The Halo Brigit, who had stood quite still, now spoke. The Halo "Did you notice that Monny wasn't with the others?" asked Brigit, in a low voice. It Happened in Egypt Brigit could have described the scene, but her emotions did not seem to her, emotions. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange The door of Félicité's room was closed, and for several seconds Brigit dared not open it. The Halo "Brigit——" he whispered gently, looking out into the darkness. The Halo Brigit felt as though she had returned to an uncongenial home after a tour into some strange, delightful country. The Halo Dinner was in the illuminated garden of the hotel: and when it was over, I smuggled Brigit and Monny and Cleopatra inconspicuously away. It Happened in Egypt Brigit felt by instinct some change in Robert's mood, but as she could not account for it then, her sympathy failed. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit——" "But it is so useless, Gerald, and so painful——" "No. And I can tell you all kind of things about people—you must be lonely! The Halo Brigit Mead had stayed at the house in Golden Square for a full week, and during that week she had heard her future father-in-law play a dozen times or more. The Halo As she listened, her love for music quite subordinated to her strange interest in the mere man, Théo leant forward and whispered quietly: "Brigit, do you really care a little for me?" The Halo "Brigit O'Brien!" said I. Then I grabbed her two hands and shook them as if her arms had been branches of a young cherry tree, dropping fruit. It Happened in Egypt The more she had seen of Brigit Parflete the more she had been struck with her—struck with her moodiness, struck with her contempt for received opinions, her vigour and independence of will. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange It was all very mysterious, and Brigit, scanning the little boy's face, saw that he was nervous as well as important; pale as well as elegant in attire. The Halo Had Brigit ever done anything to please her mother? The Halo Brigit had a very unpleasant drive home, but the romantic cabby was delightfully thrilled. The Halo And no man with blood in his veins could help enjoying the society of Brigit O'Brien and Rosamond Gilder. It Happened in Egypt Such was his feeling now toward Pens�e, although he was conscious of a certain curiosity with regard to her motive in taking Brigit's part with such magnificent self-effacement. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit stood looking after her for a moment, and then went slowly upstairs. The Halo I don't care where you have been or where you saw Brigit. The Halo He had forgotten Brigit, but sub-consciously he was playing for her, and she knew it, and appreciated the tribute, which was all the greater because offered without intent. The Halo This was my first lesson in what Brigit called "Monny's little ways"; but the second lesson was on the heels of the first. It Happened in Egypt Yet with what thoughts and aspirations and earnest prayers she had stood by Brigit's side at the altar rails. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Poor little Tommy's passion for knowing things showed up very clearly the next few days, his over-active brain working hard propounding to itself question on subjects that Brigit had never heard him even mention. The Halo But Mr. Babington stayed on, for—there was Brigit, and in the evenings the tutor locked his door, smoked asthma cigarettes, and wrote sonnets by the yard to the Enchantress. The Halo Patty, who wore as obviously artistic a costume as her brother's, thumped noisily from behind them, and a few seconds later Brigit had kissed her unconscious but all-powerful bodyguard and jumped into the hansom. The Halo Monny was apparently contented to let the idea slip, and Brigit had thought that, in the excitement of getting ready for the ball, she and Rachel had really forgotten it. It Happened in Egypt “What are you thinking of?” asked Brigit suddenly, touching his arm with her hand. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "I am—sorry to have hurt you, Brigit." The Halo As it happened, he had been "crawling" for some minutes before Brigit had engaged him in Sloane Square, and had noticed her being accosted by Carron. The Halo I say, Brigit, would you mind sitting at the table with M. Joyselle? The Halo None of the party intended to dance, and so it would be easy, Brigit thought, to "have an eye upon the girls." It Happened in Egypt How great had been the temptation to defy all laws—human and Divine—where Brigit Parflete was in question, no one can know. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Please—Brigit——" "Then tell me that you love me. The Halo "And you wouldn't mind now, if——" asked Brigit, her elbows on her knees, her chin on her hands. The Halo When at last Brigit's arraignment ceased, Lady Kingsmead's turn came, and more feebly, less effectively, but to the best of her powers, she gave back abuse for abuse. The Halo Without alarming Mrs. East, Brigit had begun to search. It Happened in Egypt Robert accepted the invitation, and as he watched the play, it seemed to him that he had never known Brigit till that evening. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange For two days Brigit Mead remained in her room, refusing to see anyone. The Halo When dinner was over and the women were herded together in the drawing-room, Brigit sat down and took up a book. The Halo When Brigit Mead came in that afternoon she kissed Madame Joyselle as usual, and then taking off her hat and coat, drew up another stiff-backed chair and sat down. The Halo It was as if they had melted into air; and Brigit began to suspect that they must have covered up their brilliant dresses with dominoes smuggled into the Casino. It Happened in Egypt One name—an unknown one—among the many engraved on the white scraps caught Brigit's attention at once: The Rev. J. M. Foster. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit sneered as she looked down at her. The Halo Brigit was sitting by the window, fanning herself with a fan made of eagle-feathers. The Halo The red-headed girl and her young man had disappeared, and from where they sat Joyselle and Brigit saw no signs of life. The Halo Perhaps it was through oversensitiveness that Brigit and I dwelt suspiciously upon Bedr's motives, and asked each other who it was he had expected at the House of the Crocodile. It Happened in Egypt “Can I go to him?” asked Brigit; “where is he?” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Yellow Dog Papillon, who had been left with Brigit to keep her company, lay on one of the rugs and snapped rudely at flies. The Halo It was a very trying hour, but at last, under the dutiful pretext of going to look after her mother, Brigit escaped and flew to Tommy's room. The Halo Meantime Brigit had sat down in a tall-backed carved chair, and, her hands on its arms, waited for Joyselle to speak. The Halo But—what would have happened to Brigit and Monny before the sounding of that dinner gong? It Happened in Egypt Brigit inclined her head, but remained motionless, where she first halted when she entered the room. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "She told me about those times," answered Brigit, slowly. The Halo Suddenly, after a long pause, during which she gazed blindly at the brilliant sea, Brigit sat down, and turning, buried her face in her arms and burst out crying. The Halo Then Brigit turned, her face white under the sunburnt skin. The Halo Once in charge of the chief eunuch, who had come to take them to the harem, Brigit and Monny might almost as well have been deaf and dumb. It Happened in Egypt Brigit, overcome at the sight of these awful changes, fell weeping on Pens�e's shoulder. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange While Théo gave him a description of their walk, Brigit watched the violinist. The Halo There was no need for Pam to ask whose letter, as she took it, and felt Brigit's hot, dry fingers tremble against her own. The Halo Was Brigit, after all, only talking to him as a favour to her mother? The Halo "So great that I can't talk about it," Brigit answered, and her eyes implored mine not to ask questions. It Happened in Egypt “If you stay, Brigit, I too will stay,” said Pens�e. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Brigit was dumfounded as well as deeply hurt. The Halo Félicité's story recurred to Brigit, the "bad time" in Paris; "how he loved them all for the time." The Halo If it be true that everything is in the eye of the beholder, then Joyselle's and Brigit Mead's eyes must have been full of beauties that day. The Halo Monny broke in, when I had taken Brigit's hint, and was beginning to say that we must go and speak to the Bronsons. It Happened in Egypt The two talked about the deplorable marriage, the Orange affair, Brigit's talents. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Leaning out the window and looking to her left Brigit beheld the Place St. Gervais, with its fountain, its market-place, now of course empty, and its church steps, on which beggars sleep by day. The Halo Brigit realised that their stronghold of reserves and lies had been dangerously threatened by his mounting emotion. The Halo Then they separated, Pam going up the sunny slope to her husband and children, Brigit, down through the deserted garden of a long uninhabited house, to the lonely sea. The Halo She went reluctantly; but Brigit and Monny and Mrs. East lingered at the tail of the procession, returning to us as the others vanished down the passage that led toward the sanctuary. It Happened in Egypt She resolved to display such an intrepid spirit, such strength of will, such devotion that Brigit would seem a mere doll in comparison. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange It was a very long night, and only the greatest determination kept Brigit awake during her watches, for she was extremely tired after her journey. The Halo Brigit looked long at Joyselle, and then, irresistibly drawn to him, laid her hand with great gentleness on his head. The Halo Like a child Joyselle threw his arms round Brigit and hid his face against the embroidery on her corsage, holding her tight. The Halo I threw one glance over my shoulder, more, I'm afraid, to see whether my dear Brigit were on her way to safety than through anxiety for Miss Gilder. It Happened in Egypt The attempt to excite Brigit's jealousy had failed. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange No one answering the ring, Brigit tried the door on which a card bearing Carron's name was neatly tacked. The Halo Brigit was not at all surprised when, early the next morning, a note from Joyselle was brought to her. The Halo My dear Brigit," he wrote, "just a line to say good-bye to you for a time. The Halo Brigit Burne made a terrible mess of things in marrying, when she was eighteen or so, Richard O'Brien, in the height of his celebrity as a socialist leader. It Happened in Egypt Brigit sat quivering under the echo of Sara's last words: “You take what I call the hard view.” Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange "Look here, mother," Brigit's temper was rising fast. The Halo Half an hour later it was all over, the wonderful day was finished, and to Brigit's amazement she was more than a little glad. The Halo Well—I don't care what you say about Brigit, I know she is all right. The Halo While Brigit was telling me the real story of her last two years, as governess, companion, teacher of music, and journalist, Miss Gilder regarded us sidewise from amid her bodyguard of young men. It Happened in Egypt She held Brigit's hand, and exchanged a long glance with Father Foster. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange Touched by the kind light in her innocent eyes, Brigit lied. The Halo Brigit moved away, her upper lip raised disdainfully. The Halo "You are right," he began abruptly, but Brigit drew nearer to him and in the darkness laid her hand on his. The Halo Then, as I was thinking this, while Brigit explained me, Miss Gilder suddenly smiled. It Happened in Egypt “The carriage is at the door,” whispered Pens�e, touching Brigit's arm. Robert Orange Being a Continuation of the History of Robert Orange As she went up the stairs in the house in Tite Street, Brigit recalled the occasion of her other visit there and shuddered. The Halo The story of her leaving her mother's house was, Brigit knew, common property, but this was the first time anyone had ventured to broach the matter to her. The Halo Unlocking her door, Brigit went into her sitting-room and lit a cigarette. The Halo Brigit and the unobtrusive lady with the slanting eyes both showed such symptoms of surprise as must too late have warned Fenton that he had missed his footing, skating on thin ice. It Happened in Egypt The absurdity of calling that boy's feelings for Brigit by the same word that must express——" "Yours for her mother, eh? The Halo Or, yes—Brigit—you shall go—with me. The Halo "Brigit, do you think a peer could ever be a really great violinist?" The Halo Théo, who sat opposite Brigit for the excellent reason that his father had insisted on sitting by her, took some marmalade. The Halo If I had read her letter instead of Brigit's I might have gone to my well-earned rest without a qualm. It Happened in Egypt Once, when Carron spoke to her, Brigit answered without turning her head, and with her narrowed eyes and slow-moving lips looked almost venomous. The Halo "She will understand," he had told Brigit, "that I cannot help it." The Halo Brigit poked at a clump of moss among the tangled roots of the tree under which they sat, and sulked. The Halo It was a very large dinner, and Brigit, placed between two men who dined out for reasons dietetic and economic, and did not talk, was free to pursue her own thoughts at leisure. The Halo But she had stopped short at sight of Brigit. It Happened in Egypt Brigit took a sock out of the basket and looked at it absently. The Halo Joyselle, who was sitting by his wife, looked up when Brigit entered with the roses, but he did not speak. The Halo But Brigit drew him away and sat down on the ingeniously uncomfortable sofa with him. The Halo We have dreamed, my Brigit, through the last few months, and now we must awaken. The Halo Sounded neat; and I remembered that, according to Brigit, Monny wanted the "desert to take her." It Happened in Egypt Brigit caught at a chair as she saw his face, for it was the face of an old man, blanched and wrinkled and hollow-eyed. The Halo These words in themselves were not very alarming, but Brigit's heart had sunk as Sir George uttered them. The Halo Brigit, who had turned and was gazing across the lawn, looked at him without moving her head, a trick which is not at all English. The Halo "I beg pardon, Lady Brigit, I forgot that you belonged here; I always do forget." The Halo We could not know that the oiled hand had been groping for that bag; and I resolved not to distress Brigit by putting the idea into her head at present. It Happened in Egypt Brigit Mead stood behind the heavy curtains by an open window and whispered the above reflections to herself. The Halo Brigit sat down by the bed and laid her hand in Tommy's. The Halo A huge fire burned under the splendid carved chimney-piece, and Brigit, turning from the cool moonlight to the interior, watched it with a certain sense of artistic pleasure. The Halo "Brigit,—let's go out, I,—there is something I want to tell you." The Halo Brigit stood by him in spite of threats against her life as well as his, and the life of the child. It Happened in Egypt Brigit was an idiot, a fool, a beastly little creature to do such a thing. The Halo Brigit had joined him unheard, and stood looking at him, her hand held out. The Halo Brigit looked at him as he babbled on. The Halo Poor Pontefract, leaning back in his big Mercedes trying to realise his bliss, was jilted before Brigit had spoken a word. The Halo Brigit promptly accounted for me, however, rolling her "r's" patriotically because I reminded her of Ireland. It Happened in Egypt Good God!" he cried rapidly in French, "you are Lady Brigit Mead? The Halo The old man bustled away, and Brigit, after a few minutes' reflection, went to her mother's room. The Halo Then, his beloved fiddle safe from profane touch, he again turned to Brigit. The Halo Number 57 Golden Square was dark when Joyselle's cab stopped in front of it, and he, after tenderly depositing his violin-case under the little portico, assisted Brigit to alight. The Halo As I asked myself these questions, Mrs. East came in with Brigit, and Sir Marcus forgot me. It Happened in Egypt The eavesdroppers started apart guiltily, and for a second Brigit wanted to rush up the stairs and out of the house. The Halo Brigit, I am going to die; I cannot live. The Halo Brigit loathed it, but could not resist Joyselle, who, the parrot on his left wrist, poured the sweet stuff into little glasses and handed one to her. The Halo Carron roused himself with an effort from the treadmill line of thought that had tortured him ever since Brigit's engagement. The Halo Brigit Mead went to her room, dismissed what her brother called her half of Amélie, the French maid, put on a dressing-gown, and sat down by the fire to think. The Halo Yelverton hesitated, and then said slowly: "You have changed wonderfully since I last saw you, Lady Brigit." The Halo Brigit was feeling very happy, and therefore very kind. The Halo What was the boy to change Brigit from a sullen, caustic woman into a charming, lovely young girl? The Halo Listen, Brigit; you have, during the past year, done everything you could to hurt me. The Halo Yelverton, too, noticed the disquieting change that had come over Lady Brigit, and observed with some amusement that she had noticed his observation and did not care about it, one way or the other. The Halo But Brigit had some reason for looking tragic, for she had made up her mind, while dressing, to break her engagement. The Halo Brigit, her hat off, her eyes bravely set to the east, stood motionless, and Théo, after saluting the risen king, drew back so that he got her profile against the sky and watched it. The Halo "Forgive me, Lady Brigit," he said hastily in English. The Halo Brigit Mead had no particular love for the old town, just as she had no particular love for her little brother's country-house. The Halo "Glad Brigit's coming?" asked Tommy, turning with appalling suddenness to Carron, whose hatred for him increased tenfold as he tried to answer carelessly. The Halo "I brought Lady Brigit here because I wanted to talk to her," explained Joyselle, mildly. The Halo And Brigit sat down by the bed and waited. The Halo "Lord Pontefract—a friend of—of ours," stammered Brigit, abashed by the reproof as she had not been abashed for years. The Halo As he replied, Brigit came in, without a hat, but covered from head to foot with a rough tweed coat. The Halo Brigit Mead wore a short blue skirt, brown shoes, a pink wash-silk blouse made like a man's shirt, and a green felt hat that obviously belonged to someone else. The Halo I saw Lady Brigit just now," he said, suddenly, "down in the olive grove. The Halo But now he was coming, and Brigit pinned her faith to the effects of his presence with savage fanaticism. The Halo Brigit had not moved, and Pam had seen no more than her profile as she sat down. The Halo "It must be lunch-time," she said with great wisdom, and Brigit rose, with a nod. The Halo See what you made me do," he said to Brigit, "you and your golden dress! The Halo Even in the dim light of the single gas burner Brigit caught at once the predominating note of the house: its intense and wonderful cleanliness. The Halo Brigit burst out laughing, and leaning forward smiled at the speaker. The Halo And the disdainful, bored, too often frankly ill-humoured Lady Brigit stepped out of the darkness into the homely light of the simple scene. The Halo "There is also a Kubelik," suggested Brigit slily, to see what he would answer. The Halo He could be compared to no one Brigit had ever seen; he was, even in his absurd velvet gown, head and shoulders above anyone she knew, temperamentally as well as physically. The Halo My little brother adores you, M. Joyselle," said Brigit suddenly; "he will be so pleased. The Halo His face, full of tender solicitude, was, Brigit thought, almost divinely beautiful as she watched it. The Halo Brigit went for a long walk that afternoon, as was her wont when she wished to think. The Halo I have brought you your coffee, Lady Brigit," said the little woman, showing her beautiful teeth in a cheery smile, "and 'ard-boiled eggs. The Halo As she ate her breakfast Lady Brigit studied this simple woman who was to be her mother-in-law. The Halo But we must go, for Lady Brigit will be wishing to rise. The Halo Brigit gave him the address of her flat, and helping her mother into a four-wheeler, as more suitable than a hansom, the two women drove away towards Kensington. The Halo "He is studying you—dear," explained Joyselle, as he stood before the huge gilt cage with Brigit shortly after her appearance downstairs that morning. The Halo "Will you speak to me, Brigit?" he said diffidently, "please do." The Halo Inspired to a dramatic act totally foreign to her nature, impelled by his sheer strength of imagination and his buoyant personality, Lady Brigit Mead threw back her veil. The Halo "Indeed, no, I am Brigit Mead, M. Joyselle,"—she was laughing, laughing with delightful amusement. The Halo So this sunny, rather windy morning, Brigit by his side, and his newly awakened conscience stilled for the moment, was to him as near Paradise as anything he could imagine. The Halo As she came downstairs the evening of the day of her daughter's unusually confidential conversation with her son, Brigit joined her. The Halo He himself had a delightful little fault in his speech, being quite incapable of pronouncing the English "r," rolling it in his throat in a way that always amused Brigit. The Halo Lady Brigit leaned back in her corner and surveyed the otherwise empty compartment with a sigh of relief. The Halo To end it, Brigit announced her intention of going to stop with her friend Pam de Lensky, and without more ado, or a word of good-bye, had left the house. The Halo "Brigit," he burst out abruptly, as she came in, "when will you marry me?" The Halo Tommy, as usual, was right; Brigit looked, and seemed, years younger than she had done a fortnight ago. The Halo Meeting the new-comers at the door, Brigit shook hands with them and returned, with an aimless air peculiar to her, to the fire. The Halo An hour later Brigit found herself sitting in a big red-leather armchair, in a highly modern and comfortable, if slightly gaudy apartment—Joyselle's study. The Halo The morning after her remarkable arrival in Golden Square Brigit Mead awoke to both these pleasant things. The Halo Brigit, who was standing talking to Maytopp, felt her heart sink. The Halo Could it possibly be she, Brigit Mead, creeping stealthily down a basement staircase, her arm firmly held by a man to whom she had never spoken until that afternoon? The Halo Brigit, vastly amused by their discussing her as if she were not present, gave a bit of roll to the dog. The Halo Brigit looked at her for a moment, but said nothing. The Halo Brigit, convulsed with laughter, laid her hand on his arm as if she had known him for years, and he became like a lamb at her touch. The Halo |
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