I deeply regret your father's state of feeling.

His full approval of my suit, next to yours, I feel to be in every way desirable.
"But, why need I multiply words?
Again, I declare that I feel for you a sincere affection.

If you can return this, say so with as little delay as possible; and if you cannot, be equally frank with me." Watson did not err in his belief that Flora reciprocated his tender sentiments; nor was he kept long in suspense.

She made an early reply, avowing her own attachment, but urging him; for her sake, to do all in his power to overcome her father's prejudices.

But this was no easy task.