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312 inside was desired by Madame. There was, she said, a very nice private room. When she had gone, Teresa laughed again.

"One sees that we are on the Continent!" she said.

Crayven made no response, and looked gravely at her.

"How sadly you take your pleasure," she protested. "You haven't smiled since we left the Champs. I feel gay, light-hearted, for the first time in—oh, ages—you mustn't be dull! I've forgiven you freely for being interested in me only because I remind you of someone else. I'm glad if I give you any such pleasure. Now, don't spoil mine, will you?"

"I'll try not to, Teresa," he said, gazing steadily at her.