Of course, this is my place of residence; my voter's bed, as the politicians say, is here in Herculaneum.

But I mean to live here now in deed as well as in thought." "I am sure we shall be delighted to have you with us." This was said gravely.

A thought, which she would have repelled gladly, sprang into being.

"I know John will be glad.

He's always talking about you and your exploits at college." "Our exploits," he corrected, laughing.