"
"I will say to my mother and sisters, that they may expect to see
you to-morrow," And Mr. Willet looked from face to face.
"Yes; we will ride over to-morrow," said Mrs. Markland.
"And you, also, Miss Markland." The courteous manner in which this
was said quite won the heart of Aunt Grace, and she replied that she
would give herself that pleasure.
Mr. Willet sat for an hour, during which time he conversed in the
most agreeable and intelligent manner; and, on retiring, left behind
him a very favourable impression.
"I like that man," said Aunt Grace, with an emphasis that caused
Mrs. Markland to look toward her and smile.
"That's a little remarkable. You are not very apt to like men at
first sight."
"I like him, for he's a true man and a gentleman," returned Aunt
Grace. "And true men, I think, are scarce articles."
"Ever hasty in your conclusions, whether favourable or
unfavourable," said Mrs. Markland.
"And rarely in error. You may add that," replied the sister-in-law,
confidently. "When Mr.
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