“Which is to say that he is good, true and brave.”
“Yes, he is all that.”
“But his objects in life?”
“To be of the best use to any whom he may serve; and the better to do this, he wishes to get a good education.”
“Quite right! And he is young enough still to go to college, not being quite twenty years of age.”
“Oh, I am so glad for his sake that you have come forward; because Michael has that spirit of independence that he shrinks from being indebted to his good brother-in-law for his college fees.”
“Quite right is that also. He is a true O’Melaghlin, and I am proud of him! And now, my dear young lady, you may be wondering how I discovered yourself and your husband and your connection—happy connection for them—with my children.”
“It has been equally happy for us, sir, indeed. Michael and Judith are among our most esteemed friends.”
“I am glad to hear you say so, dear madam.”