I do not yet say that it is advisable,--not because they are silk-mercers, the which, I humbly conceive, is no sin to exclude them from gratitude for their proffered kindness, but because Susan, poor child, having been brought up in different habits, may feel a little strange, at least at first, with--" "Strange, yes; I should hope so!" interrupted Sir Miles, taking snuff with much energy.

"And, by the way, I am thinking that it would be well if you and Mrs.Fielden--you are married, sir?
That is right; clergymen all marry!--if you and Mrs.Fielden would take charge of her yourselves, it would be a great comfort to me to think her so well placed.

We differ, sir, but I respect you.

Think of this.

Well, then, the doctor has left no relations that I can aid in any way ?" "Strange man!" muttered Fielden.