"I'm not interested in their business, and I will not have it discussed here." "As you please, John," said his sister, drawing herself up.

"It's your house and you are master here.

I'm sure I don't want to discuss them.
Nothing was farther from my thoughts.

You understand what your father says, Kate ?" "Perfectly," said Miss Nugent.

"When the desire to talk about the Hardys becomes irresistible we must go for a walk." The captain turned in his chair and regarded his daughter steadily.