Mr. H.G. has none of Mr. Derringham's restraint or refinement,
and, after M. E. had seen Mr. Derringham and, I presume, returned him
his freedom, she had a terrible fit of hysterics, only calmed when
Mr. Hanbury-Green entered the room and suggested emptying the water
jug over her. It appears he has a sister who is subject to these
attacks, and this is the only method which has any effect upon her. I
suppose in his circle they would have a number of crude remedies
which we are unaccustomed to, but it seemed to be the right one for
M. E., who pulled herself together at once.
They told me privately that they are engaged, but do not intend to
announce it yet, and I believe they are really suited to each other.
I had thought at one time that Mr. Derringham might be equally a mate
for her, because of his selfishness, but, after I grew to know him
when he was ill, I saw that he was infinitely above her, and not
really more selfish than other men--and, as you know, I have extended
to him my pity and commiseration ever since.
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