A born lady, on her assured level, stood a chance of becoming a Goddess; but ladyship was Emilia's highest mark.

Such is the state of things to the sentimental fancy when girls are at a disadvantage.

She smiled, and held out both hands.

He gave her one, nodding kindly, but was too confused to be the light-hearted cavalier.
Lady Charlotte walked up to her horse's side, after receiving Captain Gambier's salute, and said: "Come, catch hold of my hands and jump." "No," replied Emilia; "I only came to see him." "But you will see him, and me in the bargain, if you stay." "I fancy she has given her word to return early," interposed Wilfrid.
"Then we'll ride back with her," said Lady Charlotte.

"Give me five minutes.