In Georgette Heyer's "Friday's Child," a character named Hero surprises a man with her appearance in a beautiful sea-green dress, evoking a strong reaction from him. His admiration for her beauty gives her confidence, prompting her to reveal a cloak she recently bought. This newfound boldness, however, is tinged with anxiety about the cost of the garment.

Hero's nervousness highlights her concern about the man's perceptions and the potential judgment regarding her spending. Despite feeling reassured by his flattering response, she is still apprehensive about how he will react to the financial aspect of her purchase.