Greif, & profeſsions of regret, & general resolutions of prudence were sufficient to soften his heart, & make him really confide in her sincerity. But as for my::self, I am still unconvinced; & plausibly as her Ladyship has now written, I cannot make up my mind, till I better understand her real meaning in comingto us. — You may gueſs therefore my dear Madamwith what feelings I look forward to her arrival. —She will have occasion for all those attractive Powers for which she is celebrated, to gain any share of my regard; & I shall certainly endeavour to guard myself against their influence, if not accompanied by some::thing more substantial. — She expreſses a most eager desire of being acquainted with me, & makes very gracious mention of my children, but I am not quite weak enough to suppose a woman whohas behaved with inattention if not unkindneſs to her own child, should be attached to any of mine.