Ah , so he was ! but with a diviner wine than any that ever sparkled at a class-day lunch , though many collegians know the taste of it ; and when the old lady was disposed of , he gladly turned to find the young one , bent on having a single word . He saw her standing by the piano now , idly turning over music as she talked with several gentlemen . Hiding his impatience under an air of scholastic repose , Demi hovered near , ready to advance when the happy moment came , wondering meantime why elderly persons persisted in absorbing young ones instead of sensibly sitting in corners with their contemporaries . The elderly persons in question retired at length , but only to be replaced by two impetuous youths who begged Miss Heath to accompany them to Parnassus and join the dance . Demi thirsted for their blood , but was appeased by hearing George and Dolly say , as they lingered a moment after her refusal : ` Really , you know , I 'm quite converted to co-education and almost wish I 'd remained here . It gives a grace to study , a sort of relish even to Greek to see charming girls at it , ' said Stuffy , who found the feast of learning so dry , any sauce was welcome ; and he felt as if he had discovered a new one . ` Yes , by Jove ! we fellows will have to look out or you 'll carry off all the honours . You were superb today , and held us all like magic , though it was so hot there , I really think I could n't have stood it for anyone else , ' added Dolly , labouring to be gallant and really offering a touching proof of devotion ; for the heat melted his collar , took the curl out of his hair , and ruined his gloves . ` There is room for all ; and if you will leave us the books , we will cheerfully yield the baseball , boating , dancing , and flirting , which seem to be the branches you prefer , ' answered Alice sweetly . ` Ah , now you are too hard upon us ! We ca n't grind all the time and you ladies do n't seem to mind taking a turn at the two latter `` branches '' you mention , ' returned Dolly , with a glance at George which plainly said , ' I had her there . ' ` Some of us do in our first years . Later we give up childish things , you see . Do n't let me keep you from Parnassus ' ; and a smiling nod dismissed them , smarting under the bitter consciousness of youth . ` You got it there , Doll . Better not try to fence with these superior girls . Sure to be routed , horse , foot , and dragoons , ' said Stuffy , lumbering away , somewhat cross with too many spreads . ` So deuced sarcastic !
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