The mute-wrapped stillness that followed the song was the best applause.

Miss Danton rose up, laughing at her sister's entranced face.
"Oh, don't stop!" Eeny cried, imploringly.

"Sing again, Kate." There was a loud ring at the doorbell before Kate could answer.

Captain Danton and Grace had been listening an instant before to a carriage rolling up the drive.

The former started up now and hurried out of the room; and Kate stood still, intently looking at the door.
"Who is that ?" said Eeny.