Her beauty now made little impression upon Grace, who knew only too well the tantalizing, troublesome spirit that lay behind it.

"It is almost eight o'clock, Miss Ward.

Remember, breakfast is over at nine." "I know it," responded Evelyn with maddening sweetness.

She eyed Grace speculatively, but made no effort to rise.
Without further words Grace closed the door.

She did not wish to betray her annoyance.