'Tis like recommending a stage play by saying there's neither murder, villainy, nor harm of any sort in it, when that's what you've paid your half-crown to see.' 'Well; may your opinion do you good.

Mine's a different one.' And turning the conversation from the philosophical to the practical, Darton expressed a hope that the said Sally had received what he'd sent on by the carrier that day.
Johns wanted to know what that was.
'It is a dress,' said Darton.

'Not exactly a wedding-dress; though she may use it as one if she likes.

It is rather serviceable than showy--suitable for the winter weather.' 'Good,' said Johns.

'Serviceable is a wise word in a bridegroom.