As often happens in early youth, especially to one who leads a lonely life, he felt an unaccountable tenderness for this young man and made up his mind that they would be friends. Prince Vasili saw the princess off. She held a handkerchief to her eyes and her face was tearful. I will come and spend the night. He must not be left like this.
Every moment is precious.
I can't think why his nieces put it off.