He had a document with him that, skillfully used, might make mischief for a time between these lovers.

But he foresaw there could be no permanent result without the personal assistance of Mrs.
Braham.

That he could have commanded fourteen years ago, but now he felt how difficult it would be.

He would have to threaten and torment her almost to madness before she would come down to Derbyshire and declare that this Walter Clifford was the Walter Clifford of the certificate, and that she was his discarded wife.

But Monckton was none the less resolved she should come if necessary.