Now I should like to show him the contrary.

Let Simmons take care of himself.

You have given him good advice, and much to your credit: now have you nothing to say to us, on your own account ?" "Not a word," said Henry, steadily "But suppose I could suggest a way by which you could carry on your trade in Hillsborough, and offend nobody ?" "I should decline to hear it even.

You and I are at war on that.

You have done your worst, and I shall do my best to make you all smart for it, the moment I get a chance." Grotait's cheek reddened with anger at this rebuff, and it cost him an effort to retain his friendly intentions.