He spoke about him yesterday.

Of course he didn't say anything against Mr.Mutimer, but I could tell from his way of speaking.

And then it's quite natural, isn't it?
I'm really afraid.
He'll think it so unkind of me.

I told him we should be alone, and I shan't be able to explain.

Isn't it tiresome ?' 'It is, really! But of course Mr.Eldon will understand.