I have never thought much about that either.

To tell the truth, I have always had rather a good opinion of myself; a man who is successful can't help it.

But I will admit that I was conceited.

What I don't say yes to is that I don't stand high--as high as any one else.
This is a line of speculation I should not have chosen, but you must remember you began it yourself.

I should never have dreamed that I was on the defensive, or that I had to justify myself; but if your people will have it so, I will do my best." "But you offered, a while ago, to make your court as we say, to my mother and my brother." "Damn it!" cried Newman, "I want to be polite." "Good!" rejoined Bellegarde; "this will go far, it will be very entertaining.