She was rather glad to go.
She was on the verge of most undignified tears.

When she had gone in search of Mrs.Crawford, Killigrew walked over to Thomas and laid a hand on the young man's shoulder.
"Thomas, will you go to Brazil the first week in September ?" "God knows, I'll be glad to," said Thomas, lifting his head.

His young face was colorless and haggard.

"But you are putting your trust in a double-dyed ass." "I'll take a chance at that.

Now, Thomas, as no doubt you're aware, we are all Irish in this family.