"In the first place you show a fine decision, and secondly you've listened to the voice of reason, to which you generally pay so little heed in your private affairs.

There's no need of haste, however," she added, scanning the knot of his white tie, "for the present say nothing, and I will say nothing.

It will soon be your birthday; I will come to see you with her.

Give us tea in the evening, and please without wine or other refreshments, but I'll arrange it all myself.

Invite your friends, but we'll make the list together.