What? no! Where’d he go? frowns. Off to read the sequel…
LoA

I wonder if he’ll show up for the second dance this time. And it’s sad that his comment was interpreted as jest by those who were nearby.

Yes, those uppity old matrons can be so cruel.

The disappearing act. Ah, well, let’s see where this is going to go…Keep up the good work!

I think I’ve got it. He feels inferior compared to the Viscount who also wants Samantha. Poor guy, for all his suavitee he’s as tied up in the rank and status issues of the time as anyone.