"I am glad it did not occur to you to agree to the proposal."
"Agree!—But what ought I to do?"
"State the arguments, for and against."
"Well!—I cannot help feeling that it would not be pleasant to have them."
"That is my feeling."
"But then, one ought to forgive people?"
"Forgiveness is one thing, and reinstating in forfeited privileges is another. I have forgiven Mrs. Busby, I hope; but only her repentance could restore her to my respect. I have seen no sign of repentance."
"That involves, and means, punishment."
"Involuntary—and unavoidable."
"I am sorry for aunt Serena!"