He was too polite to express it in words, but it was signified by the deference of his manner and the extreme gentleness of his tones.

He talked of Madame's anxious love for her, of the Signor's improving health, of the near completion of their plan for going to Europe, and of their intention to take her with them.
Rosa was full of thankfulness, but said she was as yet incapable of much exertion.

Mr.Duroy went on to speak of Tom's visit to Madame; and slowly and cautiously he prepared the way for his account of the conversation between Mr.Fitzgerald and Mr.Bruteman.But careful as he was, he noticed that her features tightened and her hands were clenched.

When he came to the interchange of writings, she sprung to her feet, and, clutching his arm convulsively, exclaimed, "Did he do that ?" Her eyes were like a flame, and her chest heaved with the quick-coming breath.
He sought to draw her toward him, saying in soothing tones, "They shall not harm you, my poor girl.

Trust to me, as if I were your father." But she burst from him impetuously, and walked up and down rapidly; such a sudden access of strength had the body received from the frantic soul.
"Try not to be so much agitated," said he.