"I think it very unlikely that Mrs. Lister will let such a mad tale become public—you say it is a mad tale."
"It is a pity for Richard, too."
"Richard least of all," answered Dr. Green. "I can't see how he would be affected."
"Then you have not been watching the young people."
"I don't understand you."
"I mean that Richard is evidently in love with Eleanor and that his mother has found it out—therefore his absence and her tears."
"Is Eleanor in tears?" Dr. Green's tone sharpened.
"Yes, a part of the time Eleanor is in tears."
"She had better cry than think of marrying," declared Dr. Green. "Such a match would be the end of her work. It would be the greatest mistake, it would be a calamity. She has every prospect of success. I do not believe that she can be seriously impressed with that silky mother's boy. If she is, let her get over it!"
"You have always taken a great interest in her."