This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1922 edition. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER XVII HE hotel is charming, laid out with little pavilions for those who like them. Before M. taking possession of my own I looked down the register. The Sellengers were there. I knew it before I saw. They had gone on some expedition for the day, and from my veranda I saw them riding back with ...
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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1922 edition. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER XVII HE hotel is charming, laid out with little pavilions for those who like them. Before M. taking possession of my own I looked down the register. The Sellengers were there. I knew it before I saw. They had gone on some expedition for the day, and from my veranda I saw them riding back with Rice--she, a slim Diana, riding like a boy, with firm seat and steady hand. She needed no help as she swung from the saddle, though Rice was ready; and then stood to watch Sellenger lumbering from his. He looked bigger and more masterful than ever, I thought. I began to perceive that Rice's role was to attend on his convenience and look after Sellenger's responsibilities while he went off on his own occasions. Well--two could play at that game, I thought enviously. It would matter little enough to the master. I was mistaken there. She looked bright and happy, so I supposed even my poor dream of helping her must go with all the rest. For a moment I half grudged it, so low may a flawed love lead us and I was but a beginner in that hard school. She stood awhile, talking to Rice while Sellenger went in, and presently they strolled toward my little pavilion. It was Rice who saw and hailed me first, and then they both waved me a cordial greeting. Did I or did I not see the least little flush in her pale cheeks, and if so did it mean that her heart quickened by a beat at seeing me? Fool! I debated that question half the night. They came and sat in my veranda commanding the big entry where Sellenger had disappeared. There was a lot to hear and tell since we had met in China and though I wished we had met alone, Rice was a pleasant fellow and I liked him. I thought however, that he might have shown more tact in not mentioning Mrs. Aubert. Since he...
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