The ladies would in no way be benefited, and it's very certain no one else would be.

No doubt you'll bear that in mind." "Of course I shall.

You may take it from me, Greenacre, that I'm tolerably wide awake.

Can I still address you at the Bilboes ?" "You can," was the grave and dignified reply.

"And now, as I happen to have an appointment at the other end of the town, I really must say good-bye.