To the surprise of the family council, she agreed with her son-in-law.
"Somebody must speak out," the old lady began; "and I mean to set the example.

Telling the truth," she declared, turning severely to her daughter, "is a more complicated affair than you seem to think.

It's a question of morality, of course; but--in family circles, my dear--it's sometimes a question of convenience as well.

Is it convenient to upset my granddaughter's governess, just as she is entering on her new duties?
Certainly not! Good heavens, what does it matter to my young friend Sydney whether her unnatural mother lives or dies?
Herbert, I second your proposal to tear up the paper with the greatest pleasure." Herbert, sitting next to Randal, laid his hand affectionately on his brother's shoulder.

"Are you on our side ?" he asked.
Randal hesitated.
"I feel inclined to agree with you," he said to Herbert.