It was another proof that she loved him, that she resented any assumption on his part based on hopes indulged in and plans formed by her father and his mother.

He must declare himself at once.

Poor mother! it was hard for her; but she would soon get over all that, and when he came back distinguished and honored by the people, she would feel very differently.

As for the capricious Katharine, he would speak out that very night, never doubting the issue, and get it done with.

Of course, that was all that was necessary.
When she knew that he was engaged heart and soul in the cause of the Revolution, she would be ready to yield him anything.