10/11 I would, myself, undertake the perilous task for your sake--and perilous to ordinary men I admit it would be, for she is beyond question exceedingly comely. In me this would appear disinterested, whilst in you, suspicion would become strong. Cash is wanted in the quarter you know, and cash has been refused in another quarter, and when we meet I shall tell you more about this matter. In the mean time it is well that there is no legitimate issue--but should he will his property to this Delilah, or could she be removed ?--I mean to a local distance. But I shall see you to-morrow (D.V.), when we can have freer conversation upon what may be done. |