She _had_ begun to think of him; she felt that she had, with great regard, with almost decided intentions; but she would now meet him with his own cool feelings.

It was plain that he could have no serious views, no true attachment, by fixing himself in a situation which he must know she would never stoop to.

She would learn to match him in his indifference.

She would henceforth admit his attentions without any idea beyond immediate amusement.

If _he_ could so command his affections, _hers_ should do her no harm..