“Not since the letter of last week. He reported then that he had not found much gold.”
“I wish he would make his fortune quick, so that he could come back.”
“I begin to think you’re in love with Harry, Maud.”
“I begin to think so too, papa. Would you object to him for a son-in-law?”
“Just at present I might. I don’t think you are old enough to be married.”
“Don’t be foolish, papa. Of course I don’t want to be married till I am old enough.”
“I can’t promise so long beforehand. Besides, it is just possible that Harry may have somebody else.”
“I hope he won’t,” said Maud. “We just suit each other.”
“You speak confidently, Maud. Perhaps you may change your mind.”