I had narrowly observed her during the two visits which I had lately made here; and I was convinced of her affection. You must decide for yourself and if, upon mature deliberation, you find that the misery of disobliging his two sisters is more than equivalent to the happiness of being his wife, I advise you by all means to refuse him. We have judged it best that my niece should be married from this house, of which I hope you will approve. A little time, therefore--I shall certainly try to get the better.