Presently a whisper ran round, and the different groups opened outward.

It was Vandeuvres.

Nana affected vexation.
"Dear me, you're a nice fellow to come at this time of day! Why, I'm burning to see the enclosure." "Well, come along then," he said; "there's still time.

You'll take a stroll round with me.

I just happen to have a permit for a lady about me." And he led her off on his arm while she enjoyed the jealous glances with which Lucy, Caroline and the others followed her.