Sir Thomas' eye brightened with renewed lustre; his whole expression betrayed the ruling passion within him.

Her ladyship took advantage of the situation.
"If you will empower me to act in this case there will be no further trouble to be apprehended.

Woman is the best judge of woman.

Leave the matter in my hands, Sir Thomas, and you will have no further anxiety.

I will assure you that Gerald will meet no refusal when he asks Lady Rosamond to become his wife." Sir Thomas yielded.