"Well, at all events, I have now met with a good one; and may I ask what name she goes by ?" "My name is Trevethick, Sir," said the damsel, simply.

"I am no angel, but I am going to the place you seek; it is this way, Sir." It was evident that his banter had not pleased her.

The same tone that is found agreeable in the town does not always prove welcome in the country.

She motioned with her hand to the southward, and began to walk so fast that Richard could not easily keep pace with her.
"But are there really fairies about here ?" inquired he, seriously.

"I am quite a stranger to these parts, and should be glad to learn all I can." "Nay, Sir, I can not say; I have myself never seen one, though I know some who have, or say they have.