And it was sweetest of all to snatch a precious hour with her alone.

Of such vain and foolish things is made all that is most beautiful in life.
He took his dearest lady--though Miss Winwood, now disclaimed the title--into his confidence.

So did the Princess.

It was very comforting to range Miss Winwood on their side; and to feel themselves in close touch with her wisdom and sympathy.

And her sympathy manifested itself in practical ways--those of the woman confidante of every love affair since the world began.