But then there is very little difference between the aristocracies of every race in the world.
It is the bourgeoisie which tells, which sets its stamp upon a nation's character." Their tea had arrived, and for a few moments the conversation travelled in lighter channels.

The young man, who was a person of some consequence in his own country, spoke easily of the theatres, of mutual friends, of some sport in which he had been engaged.

Catherine relapsed into the role which had been her first in life,--the young woman of fashion.

As such they attracted no attention save a few admiring glances on the part of passers-by towards Catherine.

As the people around them thinned out a little, their conversation became more intimate.
"I shall always feel," the young man said thoughtfully, "that in these days I have lived very near great things.