It was incredible to her that any man should prefer herself to either of the young women in question; but she was too much confounded for the expression even of her humility.

"At any rate you're wholesome, and pleasant and modest," said Miss Stanbury.
Dorothy did not quite like being told that she was wholesome; but, nevertheless, she was thankful to her aunt.
"I'll tell you what it is," continued Miss Stanbury; "I hate all mysteries, especially with those I love.

I've saved two thousand pounds, which I've put you down for in my will.

Now, if you and he can make it up together, I'll give you the money at once.

There's no knowing how often an old woman may alter her will; but when you've got a thing, you've got it.