wish that They — whoever they are — to whom Iam endebted for such kind intentions, could see the terms on which we now are together, & under::stand the real affection we feel for each other! —But I will not detain you any longer. — God bleſsyou, for your goodneſs to me & my girl, & continueto you all your present happineſs."

What can one say of such a woman, my dearMother? — Such earnestneſs, such solemnity of ex::preſsion! — And yet I cannot help suspectingthe truth of everything she said. —

As for Reginald, I beleive he does not knowwhat to make of the matter. — When Sir James first came, he appeared all astonishment & per::plexity. The folly of the young Man, & the con::fusion of Frederica entirely engroſsed him; & tho' a little private discourse with Lady Susanhas since had its' effect, he is still hurt I amsure at her allowing of such a Man's attentions