She straightened up instantly, but her eyes smiled as they met mine.
"I was asleep," she said in surprise.

"For how long ?" "Nearly two hours." "And you have sat there quietly all that time ?" "That is nothing.

I was tired, but not sleepy.

Besides, I had so much to think about." "You mean regarding what you shall do with me," and she arose to her feet.

"It is time now I did something for myself." "Wait, please," and I extended my hand, almost forcing her back upon the settee.