When next day he got to the Castle, he found Mrs. Grant in the great hall about to go out.
"I am lucky to meet you, Mrs. Grant. If you are not in a great hurry I should like a few words with you."
"Certainly, Mr. Grey; I shall be most happy. I am going to town for a few things Miss Midharst and myself want. I have not been out since poor Sir Alexander's death; but I'm in no hurry."
They were now in the open air.
"I hope Miss Midharst is quite well?"
"Quite well, thank you."
"And not pining after her handsome cousin?" with a gay smile.
"Handsome! Do you too think him handsome?"
"Yes. But who else thinks him good-looking?" with a still brighter smile.
"Miss Midharst says he is one of the handsomest men she ever saw."