His servant removed this latter, and at a sign from his master withdrew; and Tom was motioned to take the lounging chair which stood beside the bed, and from the recesses of which he could watch Lord Claud, as he did, with a sense of fascination.
"Early afoot, in sooth, my young spark from the country! Ah, it is a fine habit, that of early rising.

I practised it once myself, so I speak with authority.

But what would you in this Babylon?
And, i' faith, what is there to do before the afternoon to tempt a man from his couch?
I have scarce had four hours' sleep as it is.

There was no getting away from my Lady Betty's reception last night.

Egad, I believe that fair votary of the Graces ruins more young bloods than any sharper in the town! Have a care of your guineas, my young friend, if ever you find yourself sitting down to the card table with her!" "That is not likely," answered Tom modestly.