And he has always stood to my mind since as a proof of the truth that goodness is never ugly; and that divine love and aspiration shining through the plainest features may redeem them temporarily into beauty; and, permanently, into a thing one loves to remember." "I see," said Jane.

"It must have often helped you to a right view to have realised that so long ago.

But now let us return to the important question of the face which you ARE to have daily opposite you at table.
It cannot be Lady Brand's, nor can it be Myra's; but, you know, Dal, a very lovely one is being suggested for the position." "No names, please," said Garth, quickly.

"I object to girls' names being mentioned in this sort of conversation." "Very well, dear boy.

I understand and respect your objection.