What theme does this event from “The Necklace” support? Why, darling, I thought you'd be pleased. You never go out, and this is a great occasion. I had tremendous trouble to get it. Everyone wants one; it's very select, and very few go to the clerks. You'll see all the really big people there."

She looked at him out of furious eyes, and said impatiently: "And what do you suppose I am to wear at such an affair?"

Married life is more difficult than most people think.

Unhappy people are never satisfied.

Parties and high society are more trouble than they're worth.

The bonds of true love and friendship will never fade.