"Yes, slightly, and you?"
"I have met her in society."
"She is a niece of Mrs. Tilton, to whose daughters I am giving music-lessons."
"Indeed! I know Mrs. Tilton—I am to attend her party next week. Shall you be there?"
"I believe so—not as a guest, however. She has invited me to play on the piano for the entertainment of the guests. You will probably dance to my music."
"I would rather dance with you to the music of another player, Miss Beaufort."
"You forget, Mr. Randall, that I am a poor music-teacher."
"I don't think of it at all. It makes no difference in your claims to consideration."
"The world does not agree with you, Mr. Randall."