His first interview with his future son-in-law could not have been more cordial.

Naturally, they talked about the school, and Capitan Tiago wanted it named "School of St.Francis." "Believe me," he said, "St.Francis is a good patron.

If you call it 'School of Primary Instruction,' you will gain nothing.

Who is Primary Instruction, anyhow ?" Some friends of Maria Clara came and asked her to go for a walk.

"But come back quickly," said Capitan Tiago to his daughter, when she asked his permission, "for you know that Padre Damaso, who has just arrived, will dine with us." Then turning to Ibarra, who had become thoughtful, he said, "You dine with us also, you'll be all alone in your house." "I would with the greatest pleasure, but I have to be at home in case visitors come," stammered the youth, as he avoided the gaze of Maria Clara.
"Bring your friends along," replied Capitan Tiago heartily.