“She says she loves him with all her heart. She says she is as happy as the day is long. She doesn't dream that you will have any hesitation about consenting.”
For a little while we were silent. At last, “Well, what are you going to do?” my sister asked.
“That is what I wish to advise with you about.”
“Have you given any answer to Mr. Fair-child?”
“I have said to him that I must take time for reflection, and for consultation with you.”
“Well?”
“Well, it is a most difficult dilemma.”
“But you have got to make up your mind, one way or the other; and that speedily. It is cruel to keep them in suspense.”
“I know that, my dear sister.”
“Do you mean to say yes or no?”