"I can't tell you how proud I am of you." "Thank you," said Duckworth.

"I like to hear that.

You see I never thought about it very much.

I am not excusing myself." "No, I know you are not, but I heard about it, Mr.Duckworth.We all think so much of you.

I am sure your mother is proud of you." Young Duckworth sat silent, his eyes fastened upon the ground.
"Please forgive me.