"Is a reform of the upper classes," said she.

"Let them give an example of duty, of self-denial, of frugality."

I was not to be caught out again.

"Just what I always say," I observed, impressively.

"Let them put away their horse racing, their betting, their
luxurious living, their--"

"You're right, Miss Milton," said I.

"Let them set an example of morality."

"They should," I assented.

Miss Milton smiled.

"I thought we agreed really," said she.

"I'm sure we do," cried I; and I winked with my "off" eye at Mrs.
Hilary as I sat down beside Miss Milton.

"Now I heard of a man the other day," said she, "who's nearly 40.
He's got an estate in the country. He never goes there, except
for a few days' shooting. He lives in town. He spends too much.
He passes an absolutely vacant existence in a round of empty
gaiety. He has by no means a good reputation. He dangles about,
wasting his time and his money. Is that the sort of example--?"