The former attempted conversation, but soon gave up the effort in despair.

His eyes, however, sought constantly the girl's face and to my consternation exhibited an interest in her personality which promised trouble.

I know not whether she noticed this awakening admiration, but she certainly played her part with quiet modesty, speaking just enough to entertain, and hiding the deep anxiety against which she struggled.

I believe that even the Portuguese reached the conclusion that she was not altogether regretful for this adventure and that it was safe for him to relax some degree of vigilance.

His manner became more gracious and, long before the meal ended, his language had a tendency to compliment and flatter.