"There is only one I have a right to recommend, and that is the 'Gosshawk.' I am a director.

But," said he, with sudden stiffness, "I could furnish you with the names of many others." Henry saw his way clear by this time.

"No, sir, if I profit by your advice, the least I can do is to choose the one you are a director of." Grace, who had latterly betrayed uneasiness and irritation, now rose, red as fire.

"The conversation is taking a turn I did not at all intend," said she, and swept out of the room with royal disdain.
Her father apologized carelessly for her tragical exit.

"That is a young lady who detests business; but she does not object to its fruits--dresses, lace, footmen, diamonds, and a carriage to drive about in.