And I have further to request," I added, addressing myself to Silas, "that you will do me a favor, as your father's guest.

The next time your good spirits lead you into making jokes at Mr.Jago's expense, don't carry them quite so far.

I am sure you meant no harm, Mr.Silas.Will you gratify me by saying so yourself?
I want to see you and Mr.Jago shake hands." John Jago instantly held out his hand, with an assumption of good feeling which was a little overacted, to my thinking.

Silas Meadowcroft made no advance of the same friendly sort on his side.
"Let him go about his business," said Silas.

"I won't waste any more words on him, Mr.Lefrank, to please _you_.