Her father saw them glistening, though he appeared to look at Walter only.
'It is a very large sum, Sir,' said Walter.

'More than three hundred pounds.

My Uncle is quite beaten down by his misfortune, it lies so heavy on him; and is quite unable to do anything for his own relief.

He doesn't even know yet, that I have come to speak to you.

You would wish me to say, Sir,' added Walter, after a moment's hesitation, 'exactly what it is I want.