But that I was so flustered.

Will you not change places with his lordship, ma'am ?" They changed places, after the viscount had thanked Mr.Caryll shortly and cursed the parson with circumstance and fervor.

It was well done on his lordship's part, but the lady did not seem convinced by it.

Her face looked whiter, and her eyes had an alarmed, half-suspicious expression.
"We must begin again," said Mr.Jenkins.And he began again.
Mr.Caryll listened and watched, and he began to enjoy himself exceedingly.

He had not reckoned upon so rich an entertainment when he had consented to come down to witness this odd ceremony.