Solution

The daughter of the ironmaster is calm, courteous, and considerate while the ironmaster is hasty. In a hazy light, he misidentifies the stranger as an old regimental colleague. He extends an invitation to visit his house and attends to his requirements, including his food and clothing. He accuses him of being dishonest, demands an explanation, and threatens to call the sheriff when he sees him in the broad daylight. His daughter has better judgment. She observes the stranger's fear and assumes he is a thief or a wanted criminal. She still treats him with kindness, gentleness, and friendship in spite of everything. She treats him with respect even though she is aware of the identity mistake.