"Then I shall be untrue to my making, I fear. But to speak plainly—"
"Yes; speak plainly. I want to understand the reality."
"The reality is this. I shall keep my seat to the end of the session, as I think I may be of use. After that I shall give it up."
"Resign that too?" she said in a tone of chagrin.
"The chances are, I think, that there will be another dissolution. If they hold their own against Mr. Monk's motion, then they will pass an Irish Reform Bill. After that I think they must dissolve."
"And you will not come forward again?"
"I cannot afford it."
"Psha! Some five hundred pounds or so!"
"And, besides that, I am well aware that my only chance at my old profession is to give up all idea of Parliament. The two things are not compatible for a beginner at the law. I know it now, and have bought my knowledge by a bitter experience."
"And where will you live?"