off together, which prompted his dream. And yes, I believe the dream mirrors some of what was going on. Bosinney returning "looked precious hangdog there behind her;"

I also get the feeling swithin was stirred himself by the closeness of Irene in the carriage.

"But from him, thus slumbering, his jealous Forsyte spirit, travelled far......."

He awoke in a not happy mood, and he paid very close attention to Bosinney. "The fellow follows her about with his eyes like a dog - the bumpy beggar!"