Brayvo, sir.' John slowly brought his eyes to bear upon him, looked at him for a long time, and finally made answer, to the unspeakable consternation of his hearers, 'When I want encouragement from you, sir, I'll ask you for it.

You let me alone, sir.

I can get on without you, I hope.

Don't you tackle me, sir, if you please.' 'Don't take it ill, Johnny; I didn't mean any harm,' pleaded the little man.
'Very good, sir,' said John, more than usually obstinate after his late success.

'Never mind, sir.