Never let us speak of it again." "I must speak of it," was the answer, equally earnest.

"All my comfort -- I will not say happiness; we have both learned, Helen, not to count too much upon happiness in this world--but all the peace of my future life, be it short or long, depends upon my having my heart's desire in this matter.

It is my heart's desire, and no one shall forbid it.

I will carry out my intentions, whether you agree to them or not.

I will speak of them no more, if you do not wish it, but I shall certainly perform them.