60/99 She sat with her back to the door, her hood drawn tightly down, and wore an air of trembling consciousness. He knew the sex, at least he said so. (It is an assertion often ventured upon.) Accordingly Sir Charles determined to come down from his height, and court nature and innocence in their own tones. This he rightly judged must be the proper course to take with Mrs.Vane.He fell down with mock ardor upon one knee. |