His mobile, expressive face and bright hazel eyes seemed to light up for one instant with scorn and wonder; then he recollected himself.

"It is natural you should wish for her sustaining presence, no doubt," he said.
"I trust you do not suppose that I should be selfishly considering my own personal feelings at such a time," said Sir Timothy, in a lofty tone of reproof.

"I am only desirous of doing what is right in the matter.

I am asking your advice because I feel that my self-command has been shaken considerably by this unexpected blow.

I am less sure of my judgment than usual in consequence.