I told, in burning words, my passion, and she hearkened and was won." Lawson paused for some moments; but, as Williams made no remark, he continued-- "It is hopeless to think of gaining her father's consent to a marriage.

He is pence-proud, and I, as you know, am penniless." "I do not think he would be likely to fancy you for a son-in-law," said Williams.
"I have the best of reasons, for knowing that he would not.

He has already spoken of me to his daughter in very severe terms." "As she has informed you ?" "Yes.

But, like a sensible girl, she prefers consulting her own taste in matters of the heart." "A very sensible girl, certainly!" "Isn't she! Well, as delays are dangerous, I have made up my mind to consummate this business as quickly as possible.

You know how hard pressed I am in certain quarters, and how necessary it is that I should get my pecuniary matters in a more stable position.