They like John though he is poor." "Your parents, my dear, have no more worldly wisdom than a pair of babies." "I'm glad of it," cried Meg stoutly.
Aunt March took no notice, but went on with her lecture.

"This Rook is poor and hasn't got any rich relations, has he ?" "No, but he has many warm friends." "You can't live on friends, try it and see how cool they'll grow.

He hasn't any business, has he ?" "Not yet.

Mr.Laurence is going to help him." "That won't last long.

James Laurence is a crotchety old fellow and not to be depended on.