Who stood in the alcove?
A  young man
Who said Paul didn't look happy?
Arthur
What's Paul's last name?
de Vaux
Does he like afternoon receptions?
No
What happens at them?
stale speeches, lionizing, gossip, and weak tea
Who brought Paul there?
Arthur
Why did he come?
startling novelty was promised
When does Arthur think Paul will be thankful?
a minute or two
What's the relationship between Paul and Arthur?
brothers
Is everyone expecting something strange?
no
Whose house were they at?
Lady Swindon's
And what room there?
drawing-room
What city were they in?
London
What was he wearing?
afternoon garb
Of what kind of person?
London man about town
What position were his hands in?
crossed behind him
What was he holding?
hat
What material was it made of?
silk
Was it clean?
yes
Who else was in the room?
other young men