Mattie was too quick for him.

Regaining possession of it she restored it carefully to her bosom, an expression of joy and triumph lighting up her countenance.
Disappointment now took possession of Mr.Gusher's feelings.

His manner indicated what his heart felt.

Never before had his expectations and his ambition been so lowered, or his vanity so exposed.

He had expected to find a beautiful, simple-minded country girl, ready with hand and heart to become a willing captive to his charms.