Yet the ship, its curious passengers, the dining saloon, the music, the sea, and all, had given her suggestions of what was to come.

They had expected that at table she would be awkward and ignorant to a degree.

But she had at times eaten at the trader's table at Fort Charles, and had learned how to use a knife and fork.

She had also been a favourite with the trader's wife, who had taught her very many civilised things.

Her English, though far from abundant, was good.
Those, therefore, who were curious and rude enough to stare at her were probably disappointed to find that she ate like "any Christom man." "How do you think the Armours will receive her ?" said Lambert to Mrs.Townley, of whose judgment on short acquaintance he had come to entertain a high opinion.
Mrs.Townley had a pretty way of putting her head to one side and speaking very piquantly.