At the Ball (1815) [ Practices ]
… trouble. Whenever she caught his eye, she forced him to smile; but in general, he was looking grave. She wished he could love a ballroom better and could like Frank Churchill better. He seemed often observing her. She must not flatter herself … afraid. There was nothing like flirtation between her and her partner. They seemed more like cheerful easy friends than lovers. That Frank Churchill thought less of her than he had done was indubitable. The ball proceeded pleasantly. The … who were your partners. " Oh! " said I, " I shall not forestall Jane; I left her dancing with Mr. George Otway; she will love to tell you all about it herself tomorrow: her first partner was Mr. Elton; I do not know who will ask her next, …
Fiction | Dance | Benevolence | Happiness
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