"She has been one, daddy, according to her own theory. She has never troubled you."
"Ah, some troubles are pleasant," Mr. Touchett murmured. "Those you＇ve given me for instance. But your mother has been less—less—what shall I call it? less out of the way since I＇ve been ill. I presume she knows I＇ve noticed it."
"I shall certainly tell her so; I＇m so glad you mention it."