Do you feel strong enough to go upstairs ?" "I would rather rest here for awhile, since you think Lord Mountstuart is sure not to come," said I."These pillows are so comfortable.

Then perhaps, by and by, I shall feel able to go back to the den, and watch the dancing.

I should like to keep up, if I can, for I know I shan't sleep, and the night will seem so long." "Very well," said Di, speaking kindly, though I knew she would have liked to shake me.

"I'm afraid I shall have to run away now, for my partner will think me so rude.

What about supper ?" "Oh, I don't want any.