There, I am not going to say any more." "But you don't know, father, how cruelly he uses Leather." "Neither do you, Nic, I'm afraid.

You are young and chivalrous, and naturally, from your age, ready to magnify and resist what you look upon as oppression.

There, be careful, my lad.

I shall keep an eye on Leather and take notice for myself.

As to Brookes, I shall leave matters to you.