This cannot be done while she is not noble; but letters patent (here Calderon smiled) could ennoble a mushroom itself--your humble servant is an example.

Such letters may be bought or begged; I will undertake to procure them.

Your father, too, may find a dowry accompanying the title, in the shape of a high and honourable post for yourself.

You deserve much; you are beloved in the army; you have won a high name in the world.

I take shame on myself that your fortunes have been overlooked.