East Lynne will descend to our eldest son, should we have children.

My profession is most lucrative, my income good; were I to die to-morrow, Isabel would enjoy East Lynne and about three thousand pounds per annum.

I gave these details in the letter, which appears to have miscarried." The earl made no immediate reply; he was absorbed in thought.
"Your lordship perceives, I hope, that there has been nothing 'clandestine' in my conduct to Lady Isabel." Lord Mount Severn held out his hand.

"I refused my hand when you came in, Mr.Carlyle, as you may have observed, perhaps you will refuse yours now, though I should be proud to shake it.

When I find myself in the wrong, I am not above acknowledging the fact; and I must state my opinion that you have behaved most kindly and honorably." Mr.Carlyle smiled and put his hand into the earl's.