But the elder had thrown back her veil, exposing to full view an honest, round face, blond hair, lively eyes, and lips that manifestly found it irksome to maintain that silence which good breeding imposes in the presence of a stranger.
The ladies' escort was a very uneasy travelling companion.

First he complained that he could not sit with his back toward the engine, as he was sure to be car-sick.

The young stranger accordingly changed places with him.

Then he found fault with his new seat, because it was exposed to a draught which blew the cinders into his eyes.

Thereupon the young man promptly volunteered to close the window for him; but this only made matters worse, for fresh air was indispensable.