But now that this son comes to marry, to become the head of the house, if you were a French mother, if you were just, you would---- You appear to be amused, madam ?" For Mrs.Waldeaux was laughing.

She could not speak for a moment.

The tears stood in her eyes.
"The matter has somewhat of droll to you ?" "It has its humorous side," said Frances.

"I quite understand, George, that you will need more money to support a wife.

I will double your allowance.