9/27 But he felt that the sound of the word had been terrible in his father's ears. Sir Thomas had risen from his chair; but he now sat down again, or rather fell into it. And, father, if you are not well, tell me what the business is and let me see him." But Sir Thomas persisted, shaking his head, and saying that he would see the man himself. Will you let him do it ?" "No. I wonder, Herbert, that you can tease me so. |