"Indeed!—what is it, William?"
"Why, I'll tell you what it is," said the latter; "I wish to go on a visit to a particular friend, and I wish you to go with me."
"Oh, surely," replied Mrs Mowbray. "Is it far?"
"Why, a pretty long way; a two days' journey. Will you still venture on it?"
"Surely—surely, William. Anywhere with you!"
"Thank you, my love," said Mr Mowbray, embracing his young wife.
"Now, I have another proposal to make, Rosy," continued the former; "I wish your father and mother to accompany us."
"What! my father and mother too!" exclaimed Mrs Mowbray, in great surprise. "Dear me, wouldn't that be odd, William. What would your friend say to such a cavalcade of visiters?"
"Delighted to see them, I assure you, my love. It's my friend's own express wish; and, however odd it may seem, it is a point which must be conceded me."
"Well, well, William, any way you please. I am content. But have you thought of the expense? That will be rather serious."