Any and every girl, in her belief, would be only too glad to win him.

He had said that Miss Wildmere was lovely; his eyes had expressed an admiration which he had never bestowed upon her; he had led the beauty away with a glad content in his face, and the crowded room was made empty by their absence.
She was no longer conscious of weakness, but, obeying her impulse, sprang up and followed them to the ballroom.

Concealed by a little group she stood, unwearied, and watched them as they glided hither and thither with a grace that attracted many eyes.

The music appeared to control and animate them, and their motion was harmony itself.

Graydon evidently thought only of his fair partner; but her swift glances were everywhere, gathering the rich revenue of admiration which was freely offered.