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I found her in her study with three or four of her ladies . Catherine looked pale and heavy-eyed , and there were hard lines about her mouth . It was said she had never smiled since the day of the masque . I for one am certain it was from that day her secretive nature took the dark and devious course that led her to be what she became ; but now it was only the beginning . I said what I had to say briefly , and when I was done the Queen looked up at me . `` Is this all ? '' I bowed in silent response , and after a pause she continued : `` I know what you would ask .