Yes, for I know you must have a sufficient reason for altering your mind.
LADY GRANDISON.
But perhaps the disappointment will make you very unhappy?
CHARLES.
You have taught me to be sincere. I acknowledge I am disappointed, and cannot in a moment forget it; I have promised myself so much pleasure, and William and I had formed so many plans: I have so long thought of visiting Holland, that I really long to see it. But do not be angry, the pleasure of obeying you and my father will outweigh every other consideration. I shall not have to part with you all, and I have often thought with pain of the time when I should leave you—when the sea would divide us.
LADY GRANDISON.
The sea will not divide us; but you are to leave us for some time to visit our estate in C——, and to make some necessary alterations there in your father’s name.
CHARLES.
I shall endeavour to do the best, and hope you will have no reason to complain of your young steward.
LADY GRANDISON.