One doesn't expect to find any embarrassment in the manner of a well-bred woman.

And yet she seemed to be embarrassed when she spoke to me.

Perhaps I produced an unfortunate impression on her." Lord Loring laughed.

"In any man but you, Romayne, I should call that affectation." "Why ?" Romayne asked, sharply.
Lord Loring looked unfeignedly surprised.

"My dear fellow, do you really think you are the sort of man who impresses a woman unfavorably at first sight?
For once in your life, indulge in the amiable weakness of doing yourself justice--and find a better reason for Miss Eyrecourt's embarrassment." For the first time since he and his friend had been talking together, Romayne turned toward Stella.