June 15.
MY DEAR CHARLES,--_Our season will presently evaporate in this
atrocious heat, and your Uncle and I intend to visit Repington
Hall. He is now somewhat recovered of his Disappointment and very
anxious to consult with you as to the advisableness of selling the
Property. I agree with him in thinking that you would not enjoy the
somewhat gross seclusion of a rustick Squire, so that you will
oblige him by returning to England and letting him know your
feelings in the Matter._
_I cannot see you can do better than take up your permanent
residence in Curtain Wells. I do not wish to urge you into a
contemplative Existence too prematurely, but to a man of your
temperament the opportunities of observing human Character must
make an imperious appeal. These I can offer you together with the
pleasant pastime of ruling the fashionable World. You need not fret
yourself with any early indiscretions. They will very soon acquire
a romantick Interest of their own, and I confidently look forward
to your success in the splendid Office I have long wished you to
fulfil. You will have the benefit of my Advice which I hope you
will not find too obtrusive. Come, what do you say? There is a
capital house contiguous to Curtain Garden. I fear I cannot yet
resign the Great House. Your Uncle is willing to buy this property
for you and eagerly looks forward to your acceptance of his Offer.
In this hope he is cordially joined by_
_Your devoted_