It's a wonder we blunder so in our management of such a people.' 'I wish you were in a position to put your method to the proof,' said she.
He shrugged.

'There's little chance of it!' To reward him for his practical discretion, she contrived that Diana should give him a final dance; and the beautiful gill smiled quickly responsive to his appeal.

He was, moreover, sensible in her look and speech that he had advanced in her consideration to be no longer the mere spinning stick, a young lady's partner.

By which he humbly understood that her friend approved him.

A gentle delirium enfolded his brain.