I did not dream of this man as the husband of my child, when I gave my business into his care.

The remote suggestion of such a thing would have offended me; for my heart was full of false pride, though I knew it not.

But there was a destiny for Blanche, foreshadowed for me then, but not seen." "It is the quality of the man," I said, "that determines the quality of the marriage.

She who weds best, weds the truest man.

The rank and wealth are of the last consideration.