Indeed, indeed, it cannot be.

Do not be offended, but think that the fortune left to me was on one condition I cannot, ought not to fulfil.

Failing that condition, in equity and honour it reverts to you." "Talk not thus, I implore you, Evelyn; do not imagine me the worldly calculator that my enemies deem me.

But, to remove at once from your mind the possibility of such a compromise between your honour and repugnance--repugnance! have I lived to say that word ?--know that your fortune is not at your own disposal.

Save the small forfeit that awaits your non-compliance with my uncle's dying prayer, the whole is settled peremptorily on yourself and your children; it is entailed,--you cannot alienate it.