I'm sure I've never asked for them, nor troubled her; but I'll own it's now near on to twelve months since she paid me; and she was as regular as clock-work till then.

Now, Miss Maggie don't look so sorry, or I shall wish I had never spoken.

Poor Missus seemed sadly put about, and said something as I did not try to hear; for I was so vexed she should think I needed apologies, and them sort of things.

I'd rather live with you without wages than have her look so shame-faced as she did this morning.

I don't want a bit for money, my dear; I've a deal in the Bank.