This was supposed to be one of the best.

"Lucky enough that I had the sense to leave this behind me," thought Brandon.

"Yes, you sweet thing, I am by no means breaking my heart now about you and your love for that boy.

You are sure to marry him; you have a faithful heart, so the best thing for him will be to let you marry as soon as possible.

I'll tell him so as we walk to John Mortimer's to-day.