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Psyche was glad when the waltz ended, and at the next figure she
came in contact with Rosebud. It was to be a ladies' bouquet, and
Rosebud made the centerpiece, with all the other pretty sprites in a
circle about her. Then the boys, in an outer ring, threw their
flower-chained hands into the inner circle, thus each capturing a
pretty partner.
The milkmaid fell into Antonio's arms. He almost caught her up from
the floor.
"Don't!" she objected as she felt his hands on her bare arm. "Your
hands are--are too damp. They'll take all the starch out of my
sleeves."
"Sign of a warm heart," he answered as he led her away.
Adonis was with Rosebud. What a charming couple they made! And how
perfectly they both danced!
Close beside them fluttered Night. She was with the clown and
seemed to enjoy the contrast.
One of the most distinguished masculine figures was Hiawatha, the
Indian lad. His face was made up with real skill, and his bow and
quiver hung gracefully at his back as he strode about. He had not
danced, but he was evidently having a most delightful time with the
Moon figure and Buttercup.
At the intermission a general onslaught was made by the young men to
penetrate the disguises worn by the ladies.
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