That evening, then, my mother will be delighted, because, in her heart, what is it she desires for me?
What all good mothers desire for their sons--a good marriage, or a discreet liaison with some one in society.

At Longueval I find these two essentials, and I will accommodate myself very willingly to either.
You will have the kindness to warn me in ten days--you will let me know which of the two you abandon to me, Mrs.Scott or Miss Percival ?" "You are mad, you are quite mad! I do not, I never shall think--" "Listen, Jean.

You are wisdom personified; you may say and do as you like, but remember what I say to you, Jean, you will fall in love in that house." "I do not believe it," replied Jean, laughing.
"But I am absolutely sure of it.

Good-by.

I leave you to your duties." That morning Jean was perfectly sincere.