He particularly desired to see something of Ireland, and if he did not do so now, he would never have the opportunity.

Lady Scroope, understanding well that he was pleading for a year of grace from the dulness of the Manor, explained to him that his uncle would by no means expect that he should remain always at Scroope.

If he would marry, the old London house should be prepared for him and his bride.

He might travel,--not, however, going very far afield.

He might get into Parliament; as to which, if such were his ambition, his uncle would give him every aid.