"You see, Mrs.Cunningham and my uncle's ward could not very well remain in a bachelor's home, and naturally, after what has happened, they would not like to do so, even if they could.

They have gone down to Weymouth for a few weeks for a complete change; and Mrs.Cunningham talks of taking a house in town for a time.

I am going to look for lodgings, and I want your advice as to the quarter likely to suit me." "Why not take up your abode here for a time?
There is a vacant room, and I should be very glad to have you with me." "Thank you very much, Dick, but I should prefer being alone.

You will have friends dropping in to see you, and at present I should be poor company.

It will be some little time before I shall feel equal to society." "Of course, Mark.