"But we know a little more of each other than we did. For my part, I feel it a gain."
During the rest of the drive they scarcely spoke at all; the few sentences exchanged were mere remarks upon the scenery. Both carriages drew up at the gate of the villa, where Miriam and Mallard alighted. Spence, rising, called to the latter.
"Will you accompany Miss Doran the rest of the way?"
"Certainly."
Mallard took his seat in the other carriage; and, as it drove off, he looked back. Miriam was gazing after them.
Cecily was a little tired, and not much disposed to converse. Her companion being still less so, they reached the Mergellina without having broached any subject.
"It has been an unforgettable day," Cecily said, as they parted.