I have just received my dispatches, and taken my farewell of Allenham; and by way of exhilaration I am now come to take my farewell of you." "To London!--and are you going this morning ?" "Almost this moment." "This is very unfortunate.

But Mrs.Smith must be obliged;--and her business will not detain you from us long I hope." He coloured as he replied, "You are very kind, but I have no idea of returning into Devonshire immediately.

My visits to Mrs.Smith are never repeated within the twelvemonth." "And is Mrs.Smith your only friend?
Is Allenham the only house in the neighbourhood to which you will be welcome?
For shame, Willoughby, can you wait for an invitation here ?" His colour increased; and with his eyes fixed on the ground he only replied, "You are too good." Mrs.Dashwood looked at Elinor with surprise.

Elinor felt equal amazement.

For a few moments every one was silent.