I lay no claim to the distinction, and have the self-denial to reject it.' 'My dear, good sir,' said Mr Chester, 'you are heated with walking.

Sit down, I beg.

Our friend is--' 'Is but a plain honest man,' returned Mr Haredale, 'and quite unworthy of your notice.' 'Gabriel Varden by name, sir,' said the locksmith bluntly.
'A worthy English yeoman!' said Mr Chester.

'A most worthy yeoman, of whom I have frequently heard my son Ned--darling fellow--speak, and have often wished to see.

Varden, my good friend, I am glad to know you.