I have waited long enough.

Now--" I babbled on, and she listened.

It was strange place enough for a betrothal, but there at least I said the words which bound me; and in the look Elisabeth gave me I saw her answer.

Her eyes were wide and straight and solemn.

She did not smile.
As we stood, with small opportunity and perhaps less inclination for much conversation, my eyes chanced to turn toward the main entrance door of the East Room.