"Oh, well, I can live up to the level of the pawnbroker's mother, and like him for what I see to be good in him; and for what I don't see the merits of I will take your word. According to your definition, I suppose one might be fanatical in worshipping common-sense; for my poor husband used to say the world would be a poor place if there were nothing but common-sense in it. However, Mirah's brother will have good bedding--that I have taken care of; and I shall have this extra window pasted up with paper to prevent draughts." (The conversation was taking place in the destined lodging.) "It is a comfort to think that the people of the house are no strangers to me--no hypocritical harpies. And when the children know, we shall be able to make the rooms much prettier."
"The next stage of the affair is to tell all to Mordecai, and get him to move--which may be a more difficult business," said Deronda.

"Well, I will take your word for it. At least Mirah's brother will have good bedding - that I have taken care of; and I shall have this extra window pasted up to prevent draughts." (The conversation was taking place in the destined lodging.) "When the children know, we shall be able to make the rooms much prettier."
"The next stage is to tell all to Mordecai, and get him to move - which may be difficult," said Deronda.
