"I know him too well to be offended.

He shall find me dutiful, he shall find me patient.

I am afraid I must not expect you to wait for me in Honeybuzzard.

Will you tell my father that I hope to return to him in a week's time ?" "Pardon me, Iris, I see no reason why you should waste a week in this town.

On the contrary, the more eager you show yourself to return to your father, the more likely you are to recover your place in his estimation.