But it 's a masterpiece, though I do say it.

They tell us we owe so much to our parents.

Well, I 've paid the filial debt handsomely!" He walked up and down the room a few moments, with the purpose of his visit evidently still undischarged.

"There 's one thing more I want to say," he presently resumed.

"I feel as if I ought to tell you!" He stopped before Rowland with his head high and his brilliant glance unclouded.