Girls like the two Miss Mansons might take possession of him in public, so long as she commanded those undiscovered rides and talks which revealed the real man.

At the same time, he should never be able to feel secure that she would do his bidding, or keep appointments.

As soon as Lady Laura's civil note arrived, she was determined to refuse it.

He had counted on her coming; therefore she would not go.

Her first move had been a deliberate check; her second should be a concession.