"However, if you're fond of diamonds and such ornaments, there's no reason you should exercise much self-denial." "I don't know if I'm fond of diamonds or not.

I have never had any," Agatha replied.
"Well, they're quite unnecessary, but you'll soon be able to have them if you like.

Your brother is plainly cautious; it will be your privilege to enlarge his views." George smiled rather grimly.

"Agatha and I were brought up in a shabby frame house behind a store and learned to think of cents instead of dollars.

Our father made some sacrifice to start us well; I know what it cost him now." "Perhaps we had better tell Miss Strange what we have done.