Unfortunately the Colonel is unwilling to let Harry court Adela. Weeks pass and he is still unmoved. In the end he receives some bad news and has a heart attack. (The bad news was that the Colonel has lost a large amount of money) Harry is called for, and faithfully cares for the Colonel until he is recovered.
The Colonel has a change of heart during this time, and allows Harry to come and see Adela again. The Colonel's recovery looks hopeful. John goes back to London with a happy heart.
THE END