Now he waited their return, but it was not for Watson's benefit he had put a cigar-box and a bottle of strong liquor on the table.

Much depended on Watson's tact and judgment, and Stormont felt relieved when he came in.
"I've got Drummond downstairs," the clerk said.
"Very good," said Stormont.

"Had you much trouble ?" "I certainly had some.

He wanted me to hire a sleigh and take a girl at a sweet-stuff store for a joy-ride.

Suggested it when she was there, and I think she meant to go.