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Before they had got any definite plan of proceeding arranged, Mr. Sponge returned from the chase. 'Ah, my dear sir! exclaimed Jawleyford, half-gaily, half-moodily, extending a couple of fingers as Sponge entered his study: 'we thought you had taken French leave of us, and were off. Mr. Sponge asked if his groom had not delivered his note.
Then, abruptly recalling the original motive with which she had sought this conversation, Cicily, by an effort of will that cost her much, spoke with a manner half-gaily sympathetic: "Charles, why don't you tell me now all about this horrid business of yours?" At the question, the man's face quickly grew grim, and the frown deepened perceptibly between his brows.
"Good luck in your business!" she found herself saying, half-gaily, half-ironically. He answered, hoarsely, something what? rode off. With color flaming high, the girl looked after him until Lord Ronsdale's horse, clattering near, caused her to turn quickly.
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