The poor child is in a sad state, much disposed, I fear, to regard me as her ruthless enemy, and like to fall ill if she be kept long in idle suspense.

Do you think it worth while to come to Naples?
It is very annoying that your time should be wasted by foolish children.

I had given Cecily credit for more sense.

For my own part, I cannot think with patience of her marrying Mr.Elgar; or rather, I cannot think of it without dread.

We must save her from becoming wise through bitter sorrow, if it can in any way b" managed.