'Sir Gregory,' said he, 'is determined that I shall not remain at the board and sit in Parliament at the same time; but I do not see why Sir Gregory is to have his own way in everything.

If you are not afraid of the risk, I will make up my mind to stand it at all events, and to resign if the Minister makes it imperative.

If, however, you fear the result, I will let the matter drop, and tell the Scotts to find another candidate.

I am anxious to go into Parliament, I confess; but I will never do so at the expense of your peace of mind.' The way in which he put upon her the whole weight of the decision was not generous.

Nor was the mode he adopted of inducing her to back his own wishes.