Lord Rufford was in the room when she entered it and of course she addressed herself to him.

"Which is it to be, Lord Rufford, Jack or Jemima ?" "Which ever you like." "I am quite indifferent.

If you'll put me on the mare I'll ride her,--or try." "Indeed you won't," said Lady Augustus.
"Mamma knows nothing about it, Lord Rufford.

I believe I could do just as well as Major Caneback." "She never had a lady on her in her life," said Sir John.
"Then it's time for her to begin.

But at any rate I must have some breakfast first." Then Lord Rufford brought her a cup of tea and Sir John gave her a cutlet, and she felt herself to be happy.