“The beautiful Miss Dampier,” he sighed. “I hope I find you in good health as well? It was so kind of you to afford me the pleasure of your company yesterday.”
Rosalind flushed most charmingly and assured him that she was very well.
“I was just on the point of leaving when you were announced,” she added, sounding sad.
“Then I wish even more that I had arrived earlier.”
For a moment Rosalind hovered, obviously wishing to stay longer and then her good manners prevailed and she said a final farewell to Cecilia.
“Good bye, Prince Ivan,” she cooed. “I do hope we shall meet again soon.”
“I also,” he answered and moved to open the door for her. But Cecilia had already rung for the footman to show Rosalind out and to bring fresh coffee.
“A delightful girl,” commented Cecilia as the door clo
