Gary.
"It is very deplorable," said Mrs. Randolph. "So at least it
seems to me. There will be nothing in common soon between
Daisy and her family."
"Only that this kind of thing is apt to wear out, my dear. You
have that comfort."
"No comfort at all. You do not know Daisy. She is a persistent
child. She has taken a dose of fanaticism enough to last her
for years."
"I am sure nevertheless that Dr. Sandford is right in his
advice," said Mr. Randolph; — "both as a physician and as a
philosopher. By far the best way is not to oppose Daisy, and
take as little notice as possible of her new notions. They
will fade out."
"I do not believe it," said the lady "I do not believe it in
the least. If she had not your support, I would have an end of
this folly in a month."
"Indirect ways" — said Mrs. Gary — "indirect ways, my dear;
those are your best chance. Draw off Daisy's attention with
other things. That is what I would do."
And then the ladies put their heads together and concerted a
scheme; Preston joining eagerly in the discussion, and
becoming the manager-in-chief intrusted with its execution.
Mr. Randolph heard, but he gave no help and made no
suggestion. He let the ladies alone.
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