' Yes, he is a fine fellow and a very kind relation.

But, Nataly, you know my love for my son: I would do anything for his happiness! And my affairs are in such a bad way that my position is now a terrible one," continued Anna Mikhaylovna, sadly, dropping her voice.

" My wretched lawsuit takes all I have and makes no progress.

Would you believe it, I have literally not a penny and don't know how to equip Boris.

" She took out her handkerchief and began to cry.