I am not marrying for money--I consider that dishonorable--but a wife should bring her share and a husband his.

I have my position in the service, she has connections and some means.

In our times that is worth something, isn't it? But above all, she is a handsome, estimable girl, and she loves me..." Berg blushed and smiled.

"And I love her, because her character is sensible and very good.