Which indeed is what I've done.

And you mean to say you are still obstinate ?' 'Not obstinate, Miss, I hope.' 'Firm (I suppose you call it) then ?' 'Yes, Miss.

Fixed like.' 'Never was an obstinate person yet, who would own to the word!' remarked Miss Potterson, rubbing her vexed nose; 'I'm sure I would, if I was obstinate; but I am a pepperer, which is different.

Lizzie Hexam, Lizzie Hexam, think again.

Do you know the worst of your father ?' 'Do I know the worst of father!' she repeated, opening her eyes.