He has altogether disarmed papa's prejudices, and it seems to be recognised that he is to have his own way about the place.

But I don't think he'll interfere about the shooting." "He won't, my dear, if you ask him not," said Mrs.Askerton.
"I'll ask him in a moment if Colonel Askerton wishes it." "Oh dear no," said he.

"It would be teaching the ostler to grease the horse's teeth.

Perhaps he hasn't thought of it." "He thinks of everything," said Clara.
"I wonder whether he's thinking of--" So far Mrs.Askerton spoke, and then she paused.

Colonel Askerton looked up at Clara with an ill-natured smile, and Clara felt that she blushed.