House Of Whispers

"[...]course you are going?" "No, dad; I'm staying at home with you." "Staying at home!" echoed Sir Henry. "Why, my dear Gabrielle, the first year you're out, and missing the best ball in the county! Certainly not. I'm all right. I shan't be lonely. A little box came this morning from the Professor, didn't it?" "Yes, dad." "Then I shall be able to spend the evening very well alone. The Professor has sent me what he promised the other day." [...]".