He was very full of assiduities all the way; while I was as reserved as possible: and when I returned, dined, as I had done the greatest part of the week, by myself.
He told me, upon my resolving to do so, that although he would continue his passive observance till I knew the issue of my application, yet I must expect, that then I should not rest one moment till I had fixed his happy day: for that his very soul was fretted with my slights, resentments, and delays.
A wretch! when can I say, to my infinite regret, on a double account, that all he complains of is owing to himself!
O that I may have good tidings from my uncle!
Adieu, my dearest friend—This shall lie ready for an exchange (as I hope for one to-morrow from you) that will decide, as I may say, the destiny of
Your CLARISSA HARLOWE.
LETTER XXV
MISS HOWE, TO MRS. JUDITH NORTON THURSDAY, MAY 11.
GOOD MRS. NORTON,