Besides, lads, think of the matter calmly.

There is no doubt that the thing happens most conveniently, and the event falls out well for us.

Our own barren acres have many burdens upon them.

What could I do?
I have been a poor man all my life, and after the removal of obstacles I saw my way to become the richest man in Scotland.

How could I openly object ?" William Douglas bowed.
"So--" he said, "that is what we desired to know! Have I your permission to speak further ?" His father nodded pleasantly, seating himself again as one that has finished a troublesome business.