How soon do you think of leaving this outrageous hole ?" Despite the stupid outrage upon himself, Dan was too loyal and generous of nature to be pleased with this description of his native place.

But Carne, too quick of temper for a really fine intriguer, cut short his expostulations.
"Call it what you please," he said; "only make your mind up quickly.

If you wish to remain here, do so: a man of no spirit is useless to me.
But if you resolve to push your fortunes among brave and lofty comrades, stirring scenes, and brisk adventures, meet me at six to-morrow evening, at the place where you chopped down my rails.

All you want will be provided, and your course of promotion begins at once.

But remember, all must be honour bright.