One couldn't take the smallest liberty with her.

I don't think I could ask to take you--when they are quite by themselves--and the house is only half mounted.

But Mrs.Colwood and I had been thinking of several things that might amuse you--and I shall only be two nights away." "I don't want any amusing--thanks!" said Fanny, walking to the door.
She closed it behind her.

Diana clasped her hands overhead in a gesture of amazement.
"To quarrel with me about that--after--the other thing!" No!--not Tallyn!--not Tallyn!--anywhere, anything, but that! Was she proud ?--snobbish?
Her eyes filled with tears, but her will hardened.

What was to be gained?
Fanny would not like them, nor they her.
* * * * * The luncheon-party had been arranged for Mr.Birch, Fanny's train acquaintance.