But Clara ought--ought--ought--" "Ought to look higher, you would say." "Yes; that's just what I mean.

I don't want to offend you, you know." "Desmond, my boy, I like you the better for it.

You are a fine fellow, and I thoroughly respect you.

But let us talk sensibly about this.

Though your sister's rank is high--" "Oh, I don't want to talk about rank.