Many men have married women ten years older than themselves, and not half so beautiful and charming, I am sure." "I don't believe it," said the vicar, "and if they have, why it has been very different, that is all.

Besides, you have not known Mrs.Goddard a week--positively not more than five days--why, it is madness! Do you mean to tell me that at the end of five days you believe you are seriously attached to a lady you never saw in your life before ?" "I saw her once," said John.

"That day when I waked Muggins--" "Once! Nearly three years ago! I have no patience with you, John! That a young fellow of your capabilities should give way to such a boyish fancy! It is absolutely amazing! I thought you were growing to like her society very much, but I did not believe it would, come to this!" "It is nothing to be ashamed of," said John stoutly.
"It is something to be afraid of," answered the vicar.
"Oh, do not be alarmed," retorted John.

"I will do nothing rash.

You have set my mind at rest in assuring me that she will not marry Mr.Juxon.