It was pleasant to exchange dull monotony for sparkling conversation and gay society.
Valentine had many admirers.

Every one knew the Prince di Borgesi would gladly have laid his fortune and title at her feet; but she cared for neither.

Ronald often watched her as noble and learned men offered their homage to her.

She smiled brightly, spoke well and gracefully; but he never saw in her face the look he once remembered there.

Lady Charteris deplored her daughter's obstinacy.