Susan was growing very fond of her, and though without any of the early delight in books which had been so strong in Fanny, with a disposition much less inclined to sedentary pursuits, or to information for information's sake, she had so strong a desire of not _appearing_ ignorant, as, with a good clear understanding, made her a most attentive, profitable, thankful pupil. 
Susan was growing very fond of her, and though without any of Fanny's delight in books and information for information's sake, she had so strong a desire of not appearing ignorant, as, with a good clear understanding, made her an attentive pupil. 