It was not in nature to look into that gay, young, handsome face, without a feeling of pleasure; and Tom felt the tears start in his eyes as he said, heartily, "God bless you, Mas'r!" "Well, I hope he will.

What's your name?
Tom?
Quite as likely to do it for your asking as mine, from all accounts.

Can you drive horses, Tom ?" "I've been allays used to horses," said Tom.

"Mas'r Shelby raised heaps of 'em." "Well, I think I shall put you in coachy, on condition that you won't be drunk more than once a week, unless in cases of emergency, Tom." Tom looked surprised, and rather hurt, and said, "I never drink, Mas'r." "I've heard that story before, Tom; but then we'll see.

It will be a special accommodation to all concerned, if you don't.