I cannot refer to the great sorrow which has overtaken me and my dear innocent little Nellie.

There is no use in referring to it, for I have told you all.

You allowed me to unburden my heart to you during my brief visit, and ever since that day I have felt very much, I may say infinitely, relieved.
"I am again about to ask you a favour; I trust indeed that I am not asking too much, but I know by experience how kind you are and so I am not afraid to ask this too.

Do you remember speaking to me of the little cottage?
The picture you drew of it quite charmed me, and I have determined to take it, that is, if it is still to be let and if it is not asking quite too much of you.

I mean, if you will take it for me.