I was firm in resisting "Chateau Ringdale," however; not that I would not have put up with the absurdity of the name, but it was too much to have your house christened after Lord Ringdale, because your wife once had a fancy for him.

If you only knew everything, you would think all attempt at reconciliation hopeless.

In your happy home you have had no such experiences; and God forbid that you ever should.

See, here they are all ready to receive you!' 'Of course! And so will your wife be waiting to receive you,' said Downe.

'Take my word for it she will! And with a dinner prepared for you far better than mine.' 'I hope so,' Barnet replied dubiously.
He moved on to Downe's door, which the solicitor's family had already opened.