She was in
her Corsair state of mind, divided between her jewels and her poetry, and
caring not very much for the increased rank which Lord Fawn could give
her. "The Sawab's case is coming on in the House of Commons this very
night," he said, in answer to a question from Miss Macnulty. Then he
turned to Lady Eustace. "Your cousin, Mr. Greystock, is going to ask a
question in the House."
"Shall you be there to answer him?" asked Miss Macnulty innocently.
"Oh dear, no. But I shall be present. A peer can go, you know." Then Lord
Fawn, at considerable length, explained to the two ladies the nature and
condition of the British Parliament. Miss Macnulty experienced an innocent
pleasure in having such things told to her by a lord. Lady Eustace knew
that this was the way in which Lord Fawn made love, and thought that from
him it was as good as any other way. If she were to marry a second time
simply with a view of being a peeress, of having a respected husband, and
making good her footing in the world, she would as lief listen to
parliamentary details and the prospects of the Sawab as to any other
matters. She knew very well that no Corsair propensities would be
forthcoming from Lord Fawn.
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