Their countenances were very impressive.
"What's the matter with you fellows ?" asked Florinda in her ordinary tone; whereupon they made gestures of still greater wildness.

"S-s-sh!" Florinda lowered her voice properly.

"Who is over there ?" "Some swells," they whispered.
Florinda bent her head.

Presently she gave a little start.

"Who is over there ?" Her voice became a tone of deep awe.