I know some of your secrets.

There can be no doubt that Miss Charteris has a great regard for you.

I sent for you to say that, far from my again offering any opposition to your marriage, the dearest wish of my heart will be gratified when I call Valentine Charteris my daughter." He paused for a reply, but none came.

Ronald's face had grown strangely pale.
"We never named our wish to you," continued Lord Earle, "but years ago your mother and I hoped you would some day love Miss Charteris.

She is very beautiful; she is the truest, noblest, the best woman I know.