"I should like to see him."
"In a day or two, perhaps."
"And I want to see dear Dick, too."
"He sent you his love. Mr. Pratt was here at luncheon yesterday, and he asked me who the old chap was who put on his clothes with a shoe-horn."
"How like him! Has he said anything more to the Bishop on the uses of swearing?"
"No. But the Bishop draws him on. He delights in him."
"Rachel, are you sure you have chosen the best man?"
"Quite sure—I mean I never had any choice in the matter. You see I love Hugh, and I'm only fond of Mr. Dick."
"I always liked Mr. Scarlett," said Hester. "I've known him ever since I came out, and that wasn't yesterday. He is so gentle and refined, and one need not be on one's guard in talking to him. He understands what one says, and he is charming looking."
"Of course, I think so."