But my mother ?" "I shall persuade her to consent." "I hope so; but I fear she hates you because you are Lord Caranby's nephew.

She hinted as much.

I don't know the reason." "I do," said Mallow calmly, "and I think I may be able to persuade her to see reason.

I shall meddle no more with the case." "What about Mr.Jennings ?" "I will tell him what I have told you, and what you have told me.

Then I will point out the futility of looking for a needle in a haystack.
He may be inclined to let the case drop.