Katherine Mansfield 
In a German Pension 

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. Bread soup was placed upon the table.<br><br>Ah, said the Herr Rat, leaning upon the table as he peered into the tureen, that is what I need. My ‘magen’ has not been in order for several days. Bread soup, and just the right consistency. I am a good cook myself — he turned to me.<br><br>How interesting, I said, attempting to infuse just the right amount of enthusiasm into my voice.<br><br>Oh yes — when one is not married it is necessary. As for me, I have had all I wanted from women without marriage.