"Yes, father told him I was too young."
"Do you not prefer either of your suitors?"
"I would rather throw myself into lake Wenner, than to marry either of them."
"Then let us speak of the school. It will give you a little income, and is, as far as I can see, the only method of using your accomplishments to advantage."
"You are right. It is my only choice."
"I fear so too, for a lover suitable for you would not in all probability find his way hither; but in me you have found a friend at least."
"Thank God, for that."
"But it is necessary that we should make one agreement—"
"What is it?"