I don't mean that you would say anything imprudent, but as you are kind enough to say that you really desire this match, it will be very natural for you to show your interest in it to a degree that would arouse Miss March's opposition." "Yes, I see," said the old lady, reflectively, "she'd suspect what was at the bottom of my interest.

She's a sharp one.

I've found that out.

I reckon it will be better for me not to meddle with her.

I came very near quarreling with her last night, and that wouldn't do at all." "You see, madam," said Lawrence, well satisfied that he had succeeded in warding off the old lady's offer without offending her, "that I do not want any one to go to Miss March and make a proposal for me.