In all probability Miss Markland will be there; and I must contrive to be there also.

Mr.Ellis and his family have recently made their acquaintance, and have received invitations.
Your humble servant will be on the ground, if asking to go under the shadow of their wings will gain the favour.

He is not over modest, you know.

If Fanny Markland should be there, depend upon it, the golden opportunity will not pass unimproved.

She shall hear from you." Another week of suspense.
"Don't like the aspect of affairs," wrote the friend.