The opposing general, Field-marshal Mrs.Budlong Dinks, had certainly the advantage of position, for Hope Wayne was of her immediate party, and she could devise as many opportunities as she chose for bringing Mr.Alfred and his cousin together.

She did not lose her chances.

There were little parties for bowling in the morning, and early walking, and Fanny was invited very often, but sometimes omitted, as if to indicate that she was not an essential part of the composition.

There was music in the parlor before dinner, and working of purses and bags before the dressing-bell.

There was the dinner itself, and the promenade, with music, afterward.