"Perhaps it would have been better had I asked Miss Southern to present me, but I'm not very formal.

Well, I was asked by the Provincial Government and the railroad to find the best way of developing the alkali wastes, and the subject is extraordinarily interesting.

If I can solve the problem, it will make important changes in our irrigation system and enable us to cultivate wide belts of barren soil.

However, I must have help and want a lady who can take the charge of my correspondence with scientific people and assist in my experiments.

After talking to Miss Southern, I feel I can offer you the post." Agatha thrilled, but used some self-control.
"But you might not need me long, and I must give up the school." He smiled.