But such an arrangement would certainly be easier if his brother were not present to be confronted with the men whom he had duped.
The squire was still ill down at Tretton, but not so ill but that he had his wits about him in all their clearness.

Some said that he was not ill at all, but that in the present state of affairs the retirement suited him.

But the nature of the operation which he had undergone was known to many who would not have him harassed in his present condition.

In truth, he had only to refuse admission to all visitors and to take care that his commands were carried out in order to avoid disagreeable intrusions.
"Do you mean to say that a man can do such a thing as this and that no one can touch him for it ?" This was an exclamation made by Mr.Tyrrwhit to his lawyer, in a tone of aggrieved disgust.
"He hasn't done anything," said the lawyer.

"He only thought of doing something, and has since repented.