A gentleman, young, tall, and stately, stood, hat in hand, in the doorway, regarding her.
"Don't let me intrude," said the gentleman, politely advancing. "Don't let me interrupt anybody, I beg!"
Grace arose, smiling.
"Rose, let me present my brother, Doctor Danton! Frank, Miss Rose Danton!"
Miss Rose dropped the kitten and her eyes, and made an elaborate curtsey.
"My entrance spoiled a very pretty tableau," said the Doctor, "and disappointed pussy, I am afraid. Pray, continue your waltz, Miss Rose, and don't mind me."
"I don't," said Rose, carelessly, "my waltz was done, and I have to dress."
She ran out of the room, but put her head in again directly.
"Grace!"
"Yes!"