Ergo (according to my manner of arguing), the amusement is at such times perfectly innocent." Although the distance between Haworth and B--- was but seventeen miles, it was difficult to go straight from the one to the other without hiring a gig or vehicle of some kind for the journey.

Hence a visit from Charlotte required a good deal of pre-arrangement.

_The_ Haworth gig was not always to be had; and Mr.Bronte was often unwilling to fall into any arrangement for meeting at Bradford or other places, which would occasion trouble to others.

The whole family had an ample share of that sensitive pride which led them to dread incurring obligations, and to fear "outstaying their welcome" when on any visit.

I am not sure whether Mr.
Bronte did not consider distrust of others as a part of that knowledge of human nature on which he piqued himself.