But I ought not to have been cross to you, and I am very sorry." "That does not signify a straw; only so far, that when I have been cross, and have begged a person's pardon,--which I don't do as often as I ought,--I always feel that it begets kindness.

If I could help you in your trouble I would." "You can't fetch him back again." "You mean Mr.Glascock.Shall I go and try ?" Nora smiled and shook her head.

"I wonder what he would say if you asked him.

But if he came I should do the same thing." "I do not in the least know what you have done, my dear.

I only see that you mope about, and are more down in the mouth than any one ought to be, unless some great trouble has come." "A great trouble has come." "I suppose you have had your choice,--either to accept your lover or to reject him." "No; I have not had my choice." "It seems to me that no one has dictated to you; or, at least, that you have obeyed no dictation." "Of course, I can't explain it to you.