He was something once, but I don't know what; and I don't think he's anything now in particular.

But he's Bernard's friend, and like most men, as one sees them, he never has much to do.

Does Major Grantly ever go forth to fight his country's battles ?" This last question she asked in a low whisper, so that the words did not reach her mother.
Grace blushed up to her eyes, however, as she answered,-- "I think that Major Grantly has left the army." "We shall get her round in a day or two, mamma," said Lily Dale to her mother that night.

"I'm sure it will be the best thing to force her to talk of her troubles." "I would not use too much force, my dear." "Things are better when they're talked about.

I'm sure they are.