human
Now then, I have another plan to propose, pursued Hargrave.
gpt
You all know the little hamlet of Cheswell, over the hill--and how, of late years, it has increased to look more like a village of itself--and you may, perhaps, know how valuable the stone quarries have become to this estate. Well, I am thinking of erecting there, a small church, together with a snug house for a clergyman, and school house for the neglected children of that neighbourhood; partly from the knowledge of the great utility of such a measure, and partly because I wish to give some public testimony of my respect for the ordinances I once abused.
human
I intend to endow this church property--and if, by the time it is finished, Clair is in orders, I shall present him with it. Why not, my dear sir, let him remain with you, till that time. I am sure, he added, with a bow to Miss Ware,
gpt
Delightful, exclaimed Mr. Ware.
human
Arthur, my dear fellow, I have long known your intention of leaving the army; and may venture to say that your plans have not been settled with lightness and inconsideration. Will you come and live with us, for the present? Lucy can be with your aunt, whenever you may be forced to be long absent--you need not doubt that she shall be as welcome as you are.
gpt
Should Lucy consent, I will gladly accept your offer, dear uncle, returned Clair;
human
No, no, said Hargrave, rising, and looking really embarrassed--
gpt
Ah, Colonel Hargrave, said Miss Ware, as she pressed his hand with reverence, for, with all his faults, she never forgot that she owed to him the happy home they had enjoyed, for so many years,