He would,--as soon as he could,--separate himself from the Major.

And he would not bet.

It was on that side of the sport that the rascals and the fools showed themselves.

Of what service could betting be to him whom Providence had provided with all things wanted to make life pleasant?
As to the drag, his father had in a certain measure approved of that, and he would keep the drag, as he must have some relaxation.

But his great effort of all should be made in the House of Commons.