"You are most kind, Mr. Anderson, and I thank you for it," was the soft response.
"And you, General," said Marjorie. "Let me congratulate you upon your excellent choice."
"Rather upon my good fortune," the Governor replied with a generous smile.
Peggy blushed at the compliment.
"How long before we may be enabled to offer similar greetings to you?" he asked of Mr. Anderson, who was assisting Marjorie into a chair by the side of Peggy.
"Oh! Love rules his own kingdom and I am an alien."
He drew himself near to the Governor and the conversation turned naturally and generally to the delicious evening. The very atmosphere thrilled with romance.