But there's a good strain in Stafford and it shows itself.

There's something in his face, a certain look in his eyes, in his voice, and the way he moves; that quiet yet frank manner--oh, I can't explain!" he broke off, impatiently.
"I think you have done it very well," said Howard.

"I don't like the word--it is so often misapplied--but I can't think of any better: distinguished is the word that describes Stafford." Sir Stephen nodded eagerly.
"You are right.

Some men are made, born to wear the purple.

My boy is one of them--and he shall! He shall take his place amongst the noblest and the best in the land.