You see, I am alone with my dear niece and nephew.

We have been having a little pleasant conversation." Doctor Sarson bowed to Esther, who scarcely glanced at him.

He remained in the background, quietly waiting.
"A very delightful little conversation," Mr.Fentolin concluded.

"I have been congratulating my nephew, Doctor, upon his wisdom in preferring the quiet country life down here to the wearisome routine of a profession.
He escapes the embarrassing choice of a career by preferring to devote his life to my comfort.

I shall not forget it.