"The best fellow in the world, save Browne."
"And my father."
Here Herries' eulogies came to a stand-still. He screwed up his face and shook his head.
"I am not so sure that we can call your father a friend, Elspeth."
"Oh, Angus, when he saved your life."
"My dear, I am well aware of that, but his reason was simply a pecuniary one. He told me plainly that he would not have put himself out had I not married you."
"Ah," said Elspeth somewhat bitterly, "he is only too glad to get rid of me. I have always been an encumbrance to him."
"Well, at least, you are now with someone who appreciates you," said Angus, kissing her.
"Do you really mean that, Angus? Do you really love me?"
"Darling, is there any need to tell you?"