That was a distinct breach of the contract.
As to the babble of the London world about a 'very young wife,' he scorned it completely, but it belonged to the calculation.

'A very handsome young wife,' would lay commands on a sexagenarian vigilance while adding to his physical glory.

The latter he could forego among a people he despised.

It would, however, be an annoyance to stand constantly hand upon sword-hilt.

There was, besides, the conflict with his redoubtable sister.