I replied, that I did not know the meaning of faggot, but that I considered Mrs Trotter a very charming woman.

At which he burst into a loud laugh.

"Well," said he, "I'll just give you a caution.

Take care, or they'll make a clean sweep.

Has Mrs Trotter shown you her ankle yet ?" "Yes," I replied, "and a very pretty one it is." "Ah! she's at her old tricks.