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He has persecuted me shamefully , even so far as to threaten to shoot me if I did not promise to marry him , and the strongest wish that was ever born in my heart is that I may never see his face again . '' The words ended in a whisper , but so intense were the tones that Guy felt she told the truth , and he asked : `` What sort of a young man is he , if I may ask ? '' `` If he had not made himself an object of dislike to me , I could give you a very favorable account of him , '' she answered , lifting her eyes an instant , then turning aside as she met his earnest looks . `` He is well educated and very good-looking , if you admire the kind of beauty that goes with olive skin , eyes like midnight , and hair to correspond . He has a good bank account also , and would be a good match -- for someone else , '' she added , laughing softly . `` Did your father favor his suit , that they correspond yet ? '' `` Oh !