7/21 Yet it was a look as frank, as unconscious, as maidenly as might have been Miranda's first glance at Ferdinand. His whole attention was engrossed by Lord Cairnforth. The group inside was so cheering a sight, and I was a poor weary wayfarer." "Do not apologize, Captain Bruce. I am happy to make your acquaintance." "It has been the wish of my life, Lord Cairnforth, to make yours." Lord Cairnforth turned upon him eyes sharp enough to make a less acute person than the captain feel that honesty, rather than flattery, was the safest tack to go upon. He took the hint. |