The expression of her gray eyes was rather cold and haughty when at rest, and gave an impression of pride and the consciousness of power.

The trait which to the observant Madge seemed most marked at first, however, was her perfect ease.

Her slightest movement was grace itself.

Her entire self-possession was indicated by the manner in which she greeted the men who sought her attention, and many there were.

She could be perfectly polite, yet as repellent as ice, or she could smile with a fascination that even Madge felt would be hard to resist.