He is a person of stupendous character--absolutely gigantic.

Under that placid exterior is concealed the most dare-devil spirit that was ever put into a man--he's just a Clive over again.

Yes, I'm all admiration for him, on account of his character, and liking naturally follows admiration, you know.

I'm coming to like him immensely.

Do you know, I haven't the heart to degrade such a character as that down to the burglar estate for money or for anything else; and I've come to ask if you are willing to let the reward go, and leave this poor fellow--" "Where he is ?" "Yes--not bring him down to date." "Oh, there's my hand; and my heart's in it, too!" "I'll never forget you for this, Hawkins," said the old gentleman in a voice which he found it hard to control.