The thought of his high and imposing father's regal progress to Harrowgate, and his very brief stay there, made Desford begin to chuckle again. He must remember, he told himself, to ask Poor Dear Papa, at a suitable moment, for his opinion of Harrowgate.
Desford finds amusement in recalling his father's grand arrival at Harrowgate, where his stay was notably short. This memory brings a chuckle to Desford, reflecting his father's rather imposing nature and the contrast of the visit. He sees humor in the situation and the idea of his father's perception of the place.
With a sense of playful curiosity, Desford resolves to inquire about his father's views on Harrowgate at an appropriately light-hearted moment. This plan highlights not only his father's stature but also Desford's affectionate and teasing approach to their relationship.
