But if I warns him in time, then he can retire--find an honourable retreat--that's what he wants yer to have--an honourable retreat.

Isn't that it, Silas ?" "Those are the feelings by which I am actuated," said Mr.Finn.
Paul stretched himself out in his chair, his ankles crossed, and surveyed his guests.

"What do you think of it, Jane ?" said he, not without a touch of irony.
She had been looking into the fire, her face in profile.

Addressed, she turned.

"Mr.Finn has your interests very deep at heart," she answered tonelessly.
Paul jumped to his feet and laughed his fresh laugh.