But, as his good-nature presently suggested to him certain reasons for abstaining from this hint, he paused again, and then asked: 'Did you say, sir, that you were detained also ?' 'Come here,' said Mr Tigg, rising.

'You have no objection to my opening this window for a moment ?' 'Certainly not,' said Tom.
'Very good,' said Mr Tigg, lifting the sash.

'You see a fellow down there in a red neckcloth and no waistcoat ?' 'Of course I do,' cried Tom.

'That's Mark Tapley.' 'Mark Tapley is it ?' said the gentleman.

'Then Mark Tapley had not only the great politeness to follow me to this house, but is waiting now, to see me home again.