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With this the old Frenchwoman was forced to be content, and she did not suspect that her report had made Miss Von Taer nearly frantic with fear not for Louise but for her own precious reputation. Accustomed to obey the family she had served for so many years, Madame Cerise hesitated to follow her natural impulse to set the poor young lady free and assist her to return to her friends.
No one paid any attention to his movements, except his cousin, and Miss Von Taer, watching him intently, decided that underneath his calm exterior lurked a great deal of suppressed excitement. At last the crowd began to disperse. Uncle John and the Major took Beth and Patsy away early, as soon as their booth was closed; but Louise stayed for a final waltz or two with Arthur.
"You treated me like a beggar; don't forget that part of it, dear. Of course I went away." "And consoled yourself with a certain Miss Diana Von Taer. It has lately been rumored you are engaged to her." "Me? What nonsense?" But he hushed guiltily, and Louise noted everything and determined he should not escape punishment. "Diana, at least, is in earnest," she remarked, with assumed indifference.
I think Beth knew of Diana Von Taer, for the latter's portrait frequently graced the society columns of the New York press and at times the three nieces, in confidential mood, would canvass Diana and her social exploits as they did the acts of other famous semi-public personages.
I know this is Diana Von Taer's house, and I shall hold Diana Von Taer responsible for this enforced imprisonment." "That," said Madame Cerise, coldly, "is a matter of indifference to me. But ma'm'selle must understand one thing, she must not leave this house." "Oh, indeed!" "At least, until the weather moderates," added the woman, more mildly.
Von Taer stared stonily at Charlie Mershone, but did not speak to him. Going out he met John Merrick, and the two men engaged in conversation most cordially. "You did the trick all right, Von Taer," said the little millionaire, "and I'm much obliged, as you may suppose. You're not ashamed of my three nieces, I take it?" "Your nieces, Mr.
With his usual brisk stride he walked to Von Taer's offices and was promptly admitted to the broker's sanctum. Hedrik Von Taer was a fine looking man, tall, grave, of dignified demeanor and courteous manners. He stood until his visitor was seated and with a gesture of deference invited him to open the conversation. "I've decided to make you the loan, Von Taer," began Mr.
He was not the favorite with Ma'm'selle Diana, nor with Monsieur Von Taer. For myself, I hated him." There was decided emphasis to the last sentence. Louise believed her and felt a little relieved. From the mélange of apparel a modest outfit was obtained to clothe the girl with decency and comfort, if not in the prevailing style.
"My position is too secure to be jeopardized by any error of this sort. I believe I may introduce these girls without risk. I shall not vouch for them too strongly, and after their debut they must stand or fall on their own merits." "It is something a Von Taer has never yet done," remarked the man, gravely. "To commercialize his social position?
"I think you have me there, Miss Von Taer. And what do I know about society? Just nothing at all. It's out of my line entirely." "Perhaps it is," was the slow response. "Society appeals to only those whose tastes seem to require it." "And aren't we drawing distinctions?" enquired Miss Doyle. "Society at large is the main evidence of civilization, and all decent folk are members of it."
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