He begged to propose the health of Captain Ure.
He was sure they would all join with him cordially in drinking it, including Mr.Sandys, who unfortunately differed from them in his estimation of the hero; that was only, however, as had been conclusively shown, because he was a hero himself, and so could make light of heroic deeds--with other sly hits at Mr.Sandys.But when all the others rose to drink the toast, Tommy remained seated.

The Dominie coughed.

"Perhaps Mr.Sandys means to reply," Grizel suggested icily.

And it was at this uncomfortable moment that Christina appeared suddenly, and in a state of suppressed excitement requested her mistress to speak with her behind the door.

All the knowing ones were aware that something terrible must have happened in the kitchen.