For all we know this judge may be suffering from consumption, and a little paraffin may be the best thing in the world for him." "I wouldn't like if he was to die on us." "Nor would I; but he won't.

You needn't be the least bit afraid of that.

For one thing, the moment he smells the paraffin he'll stop eating the food.

However, all this is only my idea.

Better plans may suggest themselves.