Her dark hair was faintly tinged with red, especially at the temples, and her tall and well-built figure rendered her appearance rather more imposing than attractive.

The young men generally were absolutely afraid of her, and she had the reputation of being terribly learned and sarcastic, which was considered to be a great pity, as in other respects she was a most desirable _parti_.

Mr.Johnsen did not notice any of these peculiarities: all he thought of was leading the conversation into the direction he desired.

At length he was successful.
He spoke with ever-increasing earnestness on the change that had taken place in him; how that she had not only roused him to meditation, but had also imparted to him a desire for work, for which he must now find vent.

He had come to her to be told how and where he was to begin.
Rachel seemed somewhat embarrassed.