"Yes."

"And consequently very innocent and inexperienced. I am sure you will take charge of my education."

"La! Mr. Ashley."

"I mean, Miss Sallianna, the education, not of my mind—that is finished and perfect: Oh, no! not that! The education of my heart!"

Ralph was getting on at headlong speed.

"Do you consent?" he said.

"La—really—indeed—"

"Why not, oh, beautiful lady—"

"How can I ever—so inexperienced—so innocent a person as myself can scarcely—"

And Miss Sallianna fell into a flutter.