People argued that such a clever man, just returning from the Far East after accomplishing a public mission of some importance, must be a reliable guide.

The mere cabled intelligence of his intention to join the board restored confidence and credit.
But--there was a bargain.

If Iris lived, she must become the Countess of Ventnor.

His lordship was weary of peripatetic love-making.

It was high time he settled down in life, took an interest in the legislature, and achieved a position in the world of affairs.