Imagine our delightful surprise on seeing Captain Crofton, his wife and daughter.

Of course you remember the latter--a lovely girl of purely blonde style, whom we meet at Lady Berkeley's, and who created such sensations in London circles on her first appearance in society.
Gerald declares that the face of an old friend is better than medicine.

What do you think he would say were you to enter rather suddenly upon us?
My dearest, I know what I would say if such an overwhelming happiness were in store.

These thoughts call up feelings which are inimical to peace and content.

I am almost tempted to wish for the quiet of our English home and the sight of your dear face.