He called out to Colonel Washington, who was at the porch, to join his friends, and drink.
The lad's tone was offensive, and resembled the manner lately adopted by him, and which had so much chafed Mr.Washington.He bowed, and said he was not thirsty.
"Nay, the liquor is paid for," says George; "never fear, Colonel." "I said I was not thirsty.

I did not say the liquor was not paid for," said the young Colonel, drumming with his foot.
"When the King's health is proposed, an officer can hardly say no.

I drink the health of his Majesty, gentlemen," cried George.

"Colonel Washington can drink it or leave it.

The King!" This was a point of military honour.