Quote by James Hilton

It seemed to him that the little Manchu had never looked so radiant. She gave him a most charming smile, but her eyes were all for the boy.

It seemed to him that the little Manchu had never looked so

Summary

In this quote, the protagonist observes a young woman (referred to as the "little Manchu") who appears exceptionally radiant. Despite being given a charming smile by her, he notices that her eyes are solely focused on a boy present, indicating a sense of affection or interest towards him. The quote highlights the contrasting emotions and attentions conveyed through the woman's smile and her gaze, potentially hinting at a possible romantic dynamic or fondness between the boy and the woman.

By James Hilton

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