When we are out of hearing of the old parson I will give three rousing cheers to celebrate the occasion and give vent to my triumph--ay, three cheers and a tiger with a will and a vengeance." The appearance of his friend, who had remained behind to adjust the little matters that needed attention, put a stop to his hilarity for the moment.
"Well, what's next on the programme?
What do you suggest now, Halloran ?" he exclaimed, as that individual sprang into the coach and took his seat with chattering teeth.
"I propose that you drive to the nearest inn or hostelry, or whatever they choose to call it hereabouts.

I understand there is one some five miles from here, and, indeed, the horses won't last much longer than that." "I'm governed by your advice," replied his companion, with a hilarious laugh.

"Give the order to get to the hostelry as soon as the driver can make it.

Anything will suit me.

I'm not proud, even if I have made a cool million in an hour's time.