One called her very distinctly “My dear!” Two secretarial posts did indeed seem to offer themselves in which, at least, there was no specific exclusion of womanhood; one was under a Radical Member of Parliament, and the other under a Harley Street doctor, and both men declined her proffered services with the utmost civility and admiration and terror. " "Since you require it, I must obey," replied Kneebone; "but prepare yourself for a terrible shock. After all, he had the means of setting this tormenting doubt at rest. Mr. She further suspected that he might find a servant to dally with in the meantime, if he had not already. ’ Gerald raised his brows. ” She blushed deeply.