I suppose Richard told you ?" "Yes, dear papa; what a comfort it is!" "Those fellows in London do keep up to the mark! But I would not be there for something.

I never saw a man so altered.

However, if he can only do for you as well--but it is of no use talking about it.

I may trust you to keep yourself calm, my dear ?" "I am trying--indeed I am, dear papa.

If you could help being anxious for me--though I know it is worse for you, for I only have to lie still, and you have to settle for me.