Juliet, I am engaged." "Oh, I am so glad," cried Miss Saxon, embracing her friend.

"Is he nice ?" "I think so; but I am not sure if you will be of that opinion." "Do I know him ?" asked Juliet, opening her eyes widely.
"You do.

Not very well, perhaps, but you know him." "What is his name ?" "I'll tell you that after you have seen Mr.Mallow." Miss Saxon rose with rather an offended look.

"I have no intention of seeing Mr.Mallow." "Supposing he was here, would you consent to an interview ?" "I don't dare--I dare not! If he asked questions!--what do you mean ?" "Nothing," said Peggy briskly.

"We have joined issue, as the lawyers say.