No one has ever said a word against him, and he is as steady as old Time.

I believe Miss Sarah's choice, if he is her choice, will be justified," said John.
"I didn't think he was a murderer or a drunkard," said Lady Tintern, cheerfully.

Her phraseology was often startling to strangers.

"But he is absolutely devoid of--what shall I say?
Chivalry?
Yes, that is it.

Few young men have much nowadays, I am told.