It is said that his father won distinction in the army." "Yes," returned Lady Douglas, "I can remember his father when he really appeared not much older and wore the same blushing countenance as our dear friend Guy." "Ah, there he is," exclaimed one of the eager admirers.
At this moment the subject of their remarks led forth Lady Rosamond as his partner in the dance.
"What a charming couple," said one.

"How striking the contrast of their dress," said another, as the bright scarlet of Lieutenant Trevelyan's uniform reflected on the pure white satin of Lady Rosamond's bodice, while the blue satin added a pretty effect.
"How happy he looks as he smiles upon his partner," said one of the group.
"Who could be unhappy in the presence of Lady Rosamond ?" replied Lady Douglas.
"Pardon, your ladyship, but there are many here who feel the hidden pain caused by one look or smile from her ladyship's lovely face." The speaker here lowered her voice, continuing: "I cannot explain or account for the feeling which prompts me, but I really think that Lieutenant Trevelyan is under the influence of those beautiful eyes, and really it would be the fondest of my dreams realized, having in both seen much to admire." "Mrs.B----," said Lady Douglas, in playful tones of reproof.

"You really would be tempted to become a match-maker ?" "Yes," replied the other, "if by any means I could further the present scheme." "Lady Rosamond is indeed amiable and loveable, and worthy of a true and noble husband, while Lieutenant Trevelyan is in every sense a gentleman worthy the fairest and best.

It would grieve me to see him rejected, yet, Lady Rosamond is not in a position to favor any suitor until she returns to England." While the preceding remarks were being made by the group in the corner, the totally unconscious pair were apparently enjoying the music and dancing.
Lady Rosamond seemed in a sweet and uninterrupted dream of happiness, as she floated along in the mazes of the waltz, supported by the strong and graceful arms of her admirable partner, the young lieutenant.

He likewise had his dreams, but of a different nature.