When that wild-cat of a girl got the better of me just now, it was you I thought of, not her.

If I lost you I don't know what would become of me." "We have to stand or fall alone, Anthony." "Perhaps, mother.

I don't know; I am not old enough.

Still, don't leave me alone, for if you do, then I am sure which I shall do," and bending down he kissed her and left the room.
After this scene Anthony's behaviour improved very much; his reports from school were good, for he was quick and clever, and his great skill in athletics made him a favourite.

Also his grandfather, who prepared him for confirmation, announced that the lad's nature seemed to have softened.
So things remained for some time, to be accurate, for just so long as the girl Bess was a servant at the Hall.
Anthony might talk about his mother's influence over him, and without doubt when he was in his normal state this was considerable.