Her invitation to enter was almost inaudible.
"I am deserted," Prince Shan explained, as he made his bow and took the chair to which Maggie pointed.

"My friend Immelan has left me to visit acquaintances, and I chance to be unattended this evening.

I trust that I do not intrude." "You are very welcome here," Maggie replied.

"Will you listen to the orchestra, or talk to me ?" "I will talk, if I may," he answered.

"Lord Dorminster is not with you ?" "Nigel went to look up a friend whom he wants to bring to supper.