I will not." "You will if I command you to do so, you damned insolent wench," answered Sir George, hoarsely.

Dorothy's eyes opened in wonder.
"Do not deceive yourself, father, for one moment," she retorted contemptuously.

"He has come here in sheep's clothing and has adroitly laid his plans to convince you that I should marry him, but--" "He has done nothing of the sort," answered Sir George, growing more angry every moment, but endeavoring to be calm.

"Nothing of the sort.

Many years ago I spoke to him on this subject, which is very dear to my heart.