Now was the time for Mr.Frank Churchill to come among them; and the hope strengthened when it was understood that he had written to his new mother on the occasion.

For a few days, every morning visit in Highbury included some mention of the handsome letter Mrs.Weston had received.
"I suppose you have heard of the handsome letter Mr.Frank Churchill has written to Mrs.Weston?
I understand it was a very handsome letter, indeed.

Mr.Woodhouse told me of it.

Mr.Woodhouse saw the letter, and he says he never saw such a handsome letter in his life." It was, indeed, a highly prized letter.

Mrs.Weston had, of course, formed a very favourable idea of the young man; and such a pleasing attention was an irresistible proof of his great good sense, and a most welcome addition to every source and every expression of congratulation which her marriage had already secured.