The anxiety, which in this state of their attachment must be the portion of Henry and Catherine, and of all who loved either, as to its final event, can hardly extend, I fear, to the bosom of my readers, who will see in the tell-tale compression of the pages before them, that we are all hastening together to perfect felicity.

Summary

This quote expresses the author's certainty that the anxiety and fear experienced by the characters, Henry and Catherine, regarding the outcome of their relationship will not extend to the readers. The author suggests that the readers will find comfort in the fact that the pages of the story are quickly approaching a happy and fulfilling resolution. The use of the term "perfect felicity" indicates that a positive outcome is certain, comforting readers and alleviating any anxieties they may have about the characters' relationship.

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