Even then Corinne had hesitated about accepting until Garry said: "Well, let's take it in, anyhow--we can skip out if they bore us stiff." Knowing these things, therefore, and fearing that after all something would happen to mar the pleasant relations he had established with Peter, and with the honor of his uncle's family in his keeping, so to speak, Jack had awaited the arrival of Corinne and Garry with considerable trepidation.

What if, after all, they should stay away, ignoring the great courtesy which this most charming of old ladies--never had he seen one so lovable or distinguished--had extended to them; and she a stranger, too, and all because her brother Peter had asked her to be kind to a boy like himself.
The entrance of Corinne and Garry, therefore, into the crowded room half an hour after his own had brought a relief to Jack's mind (he had been watching the door, so as to be ready to present them), which Miss Felicia's gracious salutation only intensified.
"I remember your dear mother perfectly," he heard the old lady say as she advanced to Corinne and took both her hands.

"And she was quite lovely.

And this I am very sure is Mr.Breen's friend, Mr.Minott, who has carried off all the honors.

I am delighted to see you both.