He was the born nobleman in his friendliness with the bridal pair and respectfulness to Mr.Woodseer.High social breeding is an exquisite performance on the instrument we are, and his behaviour to her left her mind at liberty for appreciation of it.

Condescension was not seen, his voice had no false note.

During the ceremony his eyelids blinked rapidly.

At the close, he congratulated the united couple, praising them each for the wisdom of their choice.

He said to his countess: 'This is one of the hopeful marriages; chiefly of your making.' She replied: 'My prayers will be for them always.' 'They are fortunate who have your prayers,' he said, and turned to Sarah Winch.