"I had always supposed that Science was the most engrossing of pursuits--that once a man took it up he never left it." "But that would imply a connection between Science and Medicine!" commented the doctor.

"My dear sir, they are not even on speaking terms." "Shall we go upstairs ?" put in the priest, rising from his chair.

"It will be more comfortable to have our coffee there--unless indeed, Mr.
Ware, tobacco is unpleasant to you ?" "Oh, my, no!" the young minister exclaimed, eager to free himself from the suggestion of being a kill-joy.

"I don't smoke myself; but I am very fond of the odor, I assure you." Father Forbes led the way out.

It could be seen now that he wore a long house-gown of black silk, skilfully moulded to his erect, shapely, and rounded form.