19/23 'That's what I should designate him.' 'Why, my dear Paul!' exclaimed his sister, as he returned, 'you look quite pale! There's nothing the matter ?' 'I am sorry to say, Louisa, that they tell me that Fanny--' 'Now, my dear Paul,' returned his sister rising, 'don't believe it. Do not allow yourself to receive a turn unnecessarily. Remember of what importance you are to society, and do not allow yourself to be worried by what is so very inconsiderately told you by people who ought to know better. Really I'm surprised at them.' 'I hope I know, Louisa,' said Mr Dombey, stiffly, 'how to bear myself before the world.' 'Nobody better, my dear Paul. |