It prevents a number of private explanations.' 'Still, dear!' Jenny suggested.
'Oh! of course, I should like to lay my whip across the shoulders of the person who arranged the conspiracy,' said Rose.

'And afterwards I don't mind returning thanks to him, or her, or them.' William cried out, 'I 'm always on your side, Rose.' 'And I'll be Jenny's bridesmaid,' rejoined Rose, stepping blithely away from them.
Evan debated whither to turn when Rose was lost to his eyes.

He had no heart for dancing.

Presently a servant approached, and said that Mr.
Harry particularly desired to see him.

From Harry's looks at table, Evan judged that the interview was not likely to be amicable.