Well, so much the better for him.

Ay, to be sure, he must be ordained in readiness; and I am very glad to find things are so forward between you.

But, my dear, is not this rather out of character?
Should not the Colonel write himself ?--sure, he is the proper person." Elinor did not quite understand the beginning of Mrs.Jennings's speech, neither did she think it worth inquiring into; and therefore only replied to its conclusion.
"Colonel Brandon is so delicate a man, that he rather wished any one to announce his intentions to Mr.Ferrars than himself." "And so YOU are forced to do it.

Well THAT is an odd kind of delicacy! However, I will not disturb you (seeing her preparing to write.) You know your own concerns best.

So goodby, my dear.