He had not the slightest wish to enter on any schemes by which his loved sister might be complicated.

Fanny Trevelyan was fancy free.

It was his fond hope that she remain so many years to come.

Bitter experience taught Captain Trevelyan a lesson from which he could draw many useful hints and resolves.

He was careful to guard against any exposure to which his loved sister might be subjected.
Amid these doubly laid plans the inmates of the hall welcomed their visitors, in whom were also included Captain Douglas.