But I have no right to be obtrusive, or to expect too much concession to a mere stranger.
Until I am better known, I will only ask the sojourner's kindness--not the confidence one friend gives to another." There was a charm about the stranger's manner, and a peculiar music in his voice, that won their way into the heart of Mr.Markland.
"Believe me, sir," he replied, "that my tender of friendly offices is no unmeaning courtesy.

I comprehend, entirely, your position; for I once held just your relation to the people around me.

And now, if there are any questions to which an immediate answer is desired, ask them freely.

Will you not return with me to my house ?" "Thank you! Not now.

I came over to ask if you knew a man named Burk, who lives in the neighbourhood." "Yes; very well," answered Mr.Markland.
"Is he a man to be depended upon ?" "He's clever, and a good man about a place; but, I am sorry to say, not always to be depended upon." "What is the trouble with him ?" asked Mr.Willet.
"The trouble with most men who occasionally drink to excess." "Oh! That's it.