Her color instantly rose; and once again I felt her hand tighten involuntarily round my arm.

(Good! Here was the mysterious object of Zillah's warning to me found at last!) I have, and I don't mind acknowledging it, an eye for a handsome man.

I looked at him as he passed us.

Now I solemnly assure you, I am not an ugly woman.

Nevertheless, as our eyes met, I saw the strange gentleman's face suddenly contract, with an expression which told me plainly that I had produced a disagreeable impression on him.