But should he return--" "If I catch him here again," interrupted Leonard, "I will shoot him as I would a dog, though I should be hanged for the deed.

Have you considered well what you are doing, madam?
I would not presume beyond my station, but there are seasons when an inferior may give wholesome advice.

Are you certain you are acting as your worthy husband would, in allowing this person to depart?
If you have any doubt, speak.

Fear nothing.
Unarmed as I am, I am a match for him, and will detain him." "Do not heed what Leonard says, dear mother," interposed Amabel.

"For my sake, let Mr.Wyvil go." "I _have_ considered the matter, Leonard," returned Mrs.Bloundel, "and trust I am acting rightly.