She liked his open manners, but a little less of open-heartedness would have made him a higher character .-- General benevolence, but not general friendship, made a man what he ought to be .-- She could fancy such a man.

The whole party walked about, and looked, and praised again; and then, having nothing else to do, formed a sort of half-circle round the fire, to observe in their various modes, till other subjects were started, that, though _May_, a fire in the evening was still very pleasant.
Emma found that it was not Mr.Weston's fault that the number of privy councillors was not yet larger.

They had stopped at Mrs.Bates's door to offer the use of their carriage, but the aunt and niece were to be brought by the Eltons.
Frank was standing by her, but not steadily; there was a restlessness, which shewed a mind not at ease.

He was looking about, he was going to the door, he was watching for the sound of other carriages,--impatient to begin, or afraid of being always near her.
Mrs.Elton was spoken of.

"I think she must be here soon," said he.