One need not be a snob to hesitate under the pitiful circumstances." "If I know Hamil, he'll ask little advice from his relatives--" "But he will receive plenty, Neville." Cardross shrugged.

"Then it's up to him, Amy." "Exactly.

But do you wish to have our little Shiela in a position where her declared lover hesitates?
And so I say, Neville, that it is better for her that Mr.Hamil should know the truth in ample time to reconsider any sentiment before he utters it.

It is only fair to him and to Shiela.
That is all." "Why do you say all this now, dearest?
Have you thought--" "Yes, a little.

The child is fond of him.