of the latter. – For an hour or two, I was even stag::ger'd in my resolution of marrying him — & tho' this was too idle & nonsensical an idea to remain long on my mind, I do not feel very eager for the conclusion of my marriage, or look forward with much impatience to the time when Reginald accord::ing to our agreement is to be in Town. – I shall pro::bably put off his arrival, under some pretence orother. He must not come till Manwaring is gone.

I am still doubtful at times, as to Mar::riage. — If the old Man would die, I might not hesitate; but a state of dependance on the ca::price of Sir Reginald, will not suit the free::dom of my spirit; — and if I resolve to wait for that event, I shall have excuse enough at present,in having been scarcely ten months a Widow.

I have not given Manwaring any hint ofmy intention — or [....]allowed him to consider my