I didn't wish anyone to know.
You see, the shelves are all ready, and I couldn't resist the temptation of having books brought.

Will you keep the secret ?' 'I won't say a word, sir.' Warmth on Thyrza's cheeks answered the pleasure in his eyes as he looked at her.

Perhaps neither had fully felt how glad it would make them to meet again.

When Thyrza had given her assurance, Egremont's face showed that he was going to say something in a different tone.
'Miss Trent, will you speak to me in future as you do to your friends?
I want very much to be one of your friends, if you will let me.' Thyrza kept her eyes upon the ground.

She could not find the fitting words for reply.