Useless, Dick--useless!" Those were the last words he said to his friend in the character of a single man.
Part II PLATONIC MARRIAGE.
III.
"SEVEN months have passed, my dear Dick, since my 'inhuman obstinacy' (those were the words you used) made you one of the witnesses at my marriage to Miss Dulane, sorely against your will.

Do you remember your parting prophecy when you were out of the bride's hearing?
'A miserable life is before that woman's husband--and, by Jupiter, he has deserved it!' "Never, my dear boy, attempt to forecast the future again.

Viewed as a prophet you are a complete failure.

I have nothing to complain of in my married life.
"But you must not mistake me.

I am far from saying that I am a happy man; I only declare myself to be a contented man.