He was too angry and jealous now to carry out his purpose, and returned to the general hallway.
Here he was joined a moment later by Miss Wildmere and Mr.Arnault, and the former began to chat with him in imperturbable ease, while the gentleman bowed and sought another partner for the waltz that was about to be danced.

Graydon would not show his chagrin under the many eyes directed toward them, but she nevertheless saw his anger in the cold expression of his eyes, and realized her danger.

She ignored everything with inimitable skill and sweetness, and there was nothing for him to do but take her out with the others.

Indeed, it almost instantly became his policy to convince observers that their surmises were without foundation.

He determined that the girl should show him all the favor his rival had enjoyed, or else--A sudden flash of his eyes indicated to his observant companion that all her skill would be required.