There was a momentary flash of surprise and confusion in her eyes, succeeded at once by a warm glow of excitement.
She smiled as he drew up beside her, not noticing his unconscious frown.
"So those are the fabulous mines of Japat," she said gaily, without other greeting.

"Where is the red glow from the rubies ?" His horse had come to a standstill beside hers.

Scarcely a foot separated his boot from her animal's side.

If she detected the serious look in his face, she chose to ignore it.
"Who gave you permission to ride so far from the chateau ?" he demanded, almost harshly.

She looked at him in amazement.
"Am I a trespasser ?" she asked coldly.
"I beg your pardon," he said quickly.