Master Anerley knew where his money was safe, ma'am!" "Neither Captain Robin Cockscroft nor his wife was in any way to blame," answered Mrs.Anerley.

"I have framed my mind to tell you about them; and I will do it truly, if I am not interrupted.

Two hammers never yet drove a nail straight, and I make a rule of silence when my betters wish to talk." "Madam, you remind me of my own wife.

She asks me a question, and she will not let me answer." "That is the only way I know of getting on.

Mistress Carroway must understand you, captain.