My girl will help you, for though I say it, she will not be ill-provided for.

I respect your character and I admire your principles, and I give you my heartiest good wishes." Mr.Stocks rose and held out his hand.

He felt that the interview could not be prolonged in the present fervour of gratitude.
"Had it been that young Haystoun now," said Mr.Wishart, "I should never have given my consent.

I resolved long ago that my daughter should never marry an idle man.

I am a plain man, and I care nothing for social distinctions." But as Mr.Stocks left the room the plain man glanced after him, and sitting back suffered a moment's reflection.