She was in such good spirits that she was inclined to be coquettish, even when there was no man present to fascinate.

"We are not allowed to talk about love in this school," she said--and hid her face behind her fan.

"Besides, if it came to Miss Ladd's ears, poor Mr.Morris might lose his situation." "But isn't it true ?" asked Francine.
"It may be true, my dear; but nobody knows.

Emily hasn't breathed a word about it to any of us.

And Mr.Morris keeps his own secret.