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Immediate action was necessary to prevent a scene, and I whispered to Peter as he passed me—

"Something serious has happened; take back your partner and come instantly to me."

Peter, for once, did as he was told, but not without being stupid enough to say to his partner that he hoped to have the pleasure of dancing with her again, and that he expected the two ladies to join him and his friend at supper. He was sure his friend would be delighted.

"That's the nicest girl I have danced with to-night," said Peter, considerably excited, "but I cannot get her to talk."

"Come out, you idiot," was all I could say.

"That is polite, I must observe; Boulogne air is not agreeable to some people."

"Tell me, what rubbish have you been talking to your partner, and how did you manage to get her to waltz with you?"

"Cool! jealous! of course all the best girls must be reserved for the Sultan. Don't be cross; if you fancy my partner, take her. Perhaps you will be able to make her speak, and I will transfer my attentions to her friend," replied the incorrigible Peter.