He was, moreover, sufficiently obstinate, firm we ought perhaps to say,--for his pursuit in this case was certainly not an evil one,--and he at once made up his mind to succeed in spite of the uncle.
"If she consents, however, you will do so too ?" asked he.
"It is impossible she should consent," said the doctor.
"Impossible! I don't see anything at all impossible.

But if she does ?" "But she won't." "Very well,--that's to be seen.

But just tell me this, if she does, will you consent ?" "The stars would fall first.

It's all nonsense.

Give it up, my dear friend; believe me you are only preparing unhappiness for yourself;" and the doctor put his hand kindly on the young man's arm.