But I was determined my son's interest should not be forgotten; and having clearly written out the promise I wished Mr.
Huntingdon to give upon a slip of paper, I deliberately read it over to him, and made him sign it in the presence of Rachel.

He begged I would not insist upon this: it was a useless exposure of my want of faith in his word to the servant.

I told him I was sorry, but since he had forfeited my confidence, he must take the consequence.

He next pleaded inability to hold the pen.

'Then we must wait until you can hold it,' said I.