In Deep Waters

摘要

So the seconds passed. Seconds ? They seemed an eternity.It was Warren who came to the rescue ; Warren, forgotten of them both, who tried to bridge the terribly awkward pause by saying to Le Brun."Sit down, old chap, and have something to eat. I know you're starving. Oh, the teapot's run dry. Mrs. Grey—Le Brun, be an angel and make some more tea."He put the tea caddy into her hands, but he did not look at her. He too had discovered the secret of his heart. He loved his friend's wife.