I've been brought up badly, that's all.

I think you might bear with me.

I'm quite willing to be bullied." There was actual pathos in the declaration.
Again the fleeting dimple hovered near Avery's mouth.

"Please don't take my opinion for granted in that way!" she said.

"I have hardly had time to form one yet." "Then I may ask my question ?" said Piers.
She turned steady grey eyes upon him.