5/25 Phil wants to go to Eton, but I know what Eton is: poor fellow! his feelings might be hurt there, if others are as sceptical as yourself. I suppose my old friends will not be less civil now I have L20,000. And as for the society of women, between you and me, I don't care a rush for any woman but Catherine: poor Katty!" "Well, you are the best judge of your own affairs: you don't misinterpret my motives ?" "My dear Bob, no. I am quite sensible how kind it is in you--a man of your starch habits and strict views, coming here to pay a mark of respect to Kate (Mr.Robert turned uneasily in his chair)--even before you knew of the private marriage, and I'm sure I don't blame you for never having done it before. |