He had other potent interests beside his political ambitions--and in any case, never did anything unless he felt inclined.
Mr.Carlyon did not expect him--he knew him very well.
Thus the days passed and by the end of June even, Halcyone had learned more than the Greek alphabet; and had listened to many charming stories of that wonderful people.

And the night was her friend, and numerous hours were passed in the shadow of his dark wings, as she flitted like some pale ghost about the park and the deserted, dilapidated garden..