"I must be off now," he said, rising.

"I was just going when you came in." "So soon! Well, I must not detain you, Marmaduke.

I heard from your father this morning.

He is very anxious to see you settled in life." "I suppose I shall shake down some day, sir." "You have very good opportunities--very exceptional opportunities.

Has Marian told you that Constance is expected to arrive in town next week ?" "Yes: we told him," said Marian.
"He thought it too good to be true, and would hardly believe us," added Elinor.
Mr.Lind smiled at his nephew, happily forgetful, worldly wise as he was, of the inevitable conspiracy of youth against age.