I always speak first and think afterwards, as you know pretty well by this time.

Well, what sort of lodgings do you want ?" "I want them to be in a good but not in a thoroughly fashionable street.
In time, no doubt, I shall like a little society, and shall get you to introduce me to some of the quieter of your friends, and so gradually feel my way." "I will do all that sort of thing for you, Mark.

As you know, I am not one of those who see much fun in gambling or drinking, though one must play a little to be in the fashion.

Still, I never go heavily into it.
I risk a few guineas and then leave it.

My own inclinations lie rather towards sport, and in this I can indulge without being out of the fashion.