Even you can't do that.' 'I can.

I can withdraw my consent.' 'Because you mean to fight the County War Committee, of which I am Chairman ?' 'Precisely.

The situation is too difficult,' said the Squire with sparkling eyes.

'The young people will no doubt see it for themselves.' 'Pshaw! Nonsense!' cried Sir Henry, finally losing his temper.
'Aubrey is long since of age and his own master.' 'Perhaps, but he is an extravagant fellow, who likes money and spends it.

And if he is his own master, I am the master of the estate; there is no entail.' Chicksands laughed aloud.
'So because I come on a mission to try and save you friction and trouble, you are going to avenge yourself on your son and my daughter ?' 'I merely point out the properties,' said the Squire provokingly, his legs dangling.
There was a pause.