The end of it all was that I found it impossible not to tell the prince that I was his very humble servant, but that I could not marry him." "Are you sure it was only of Miss Garland's character that you were jealous, not of--not of"-- "Speak out, I beg you.

We are talking philosophy!" "Not of her affection for her cousin ?" "Sure is a good deal to ask.

Still, I think I may say it! There are two reasons; one, at least, I can tell you: her affection has not a shadow's weight with Mr.Hudson! Why then should one fear it ?" "And what is the other reason ?" "Excuse me; that is my own affair." Rowland was puzzled, baffled, charmed, inspired, almost, all at once.

"I have promised your mother," he presently resumed, "to say something in favor of Prince Casamassima." She shook her head sadly.

"Prince Casamassima needs nothing that you can say for him.