Not that I believe a word of the story--you didn't tell us the name of the--the future bridegroom--not that I believe a word." "Oh, yes, you do believe.

Didn't I mention the bridegroom's name?
Well, somehow I thought that went without saying.

He's Captain Bertram, of course.

Good-bye, Matty.

Come, Maria." The two ladies disappeared, and the Bells and their other guests were left to face each other, and discuss the news..