Nor were the benefits in this respect all on one side.

Mr.Crawley, though at some periods weak enough for himself, could be strong for others; and, more than once, was strong to the great advantage of this man whom he loved.

And then, too, pecuniary assistance was forthcoming--in those earlier years not in great amount, for this friend was not then among the rich ones of the earth--but in amount sufficient for that moderate hearth, if only its acceptance could have been managed.

But in that matter there were difficulties without end.

Of absolute money tenders Mr.Crawley would accept none.