She looked so piquant and so happy.

She seemed such a proper mate for the handsome youth at her side that a word of dissent was not possible.

The doctor said only, "She is so like you, Maria.

I remember when you were still more lovely, and when from your balcony you made me with a smile the happiest man in the world." Such words were never lost ones; for the Senora had a true and great love for her husband.

She gave him again a smile, she put her hand in his, and then there were no further conciliations required.