They put it to me whether the result of my inquiries abroad--unsatisfactory as it may have been in other respects--did not strengthen the conclusion that the poor woman's mind is deranged.

I felt compelled in common honesty to admit that it was so.
Having owned this, I was bound to take such precautions as the lawyer and the doctor thought necessary.

I have done my duty--sorely against my own will.

It is weak of me, I dare say; but I can _not_ bear the thought of treating this afflicted creature harshly.

Her delusion is so hopeless! her situation is such a pitiable one!" His voice faltered.