“But, in that case, so small a salary would be no use.”
“I believe he has some small means of his own. If he were disposed to offer himself, would you give him your recommendation?”
“Certainly. If you recommend him it is quite enough.”
“He lived some time on the Continent, and I am sure he would be suitable—unless any knowledge of business is required.”
“None at all; purely private affairs.”
“I should like to have a list,” he said, looking at her with admiration, “of the people you have befriended in your life. Did you ever let one opportunity slip by?”
Isabel reddened, and did not speak.
“Yes, one,” Robert added, bethinking himself.
“What do you refer to?” she asked, still in some confusion, variously caused.
“Myself. Shall we give them a canter?”