Again he addressed Barney Bill.

"As I can't convince Mr.Finn of the absurdity of his request, I must ask you to do so for me." "Young man," cried Silas, quivering with passion, "do not speak to God's appointed in your vanity and your arrogance.

You--you--of all human beings--" Both Jane and Barney Bill closed round him.

Jane clutched his arm.
"Come away.

Do come away." "Steady now, Silas," implored Barney Bill.