Robbie's a changed man, I think." "Changed he must be, Ralph, if you would commit to his care what could not be too well discharged by the most trustworthy friend of the family." "Yes, but Robbie will do as well as another--better.

You know, Willy, I have an old weakness for a sheep that strays.

When I get it back I fancy, somehow, it's the best of the flock." "May your straggler justify your odd fancy this time, brother!" "Rotha will see to what has to be done at home," said Ralph, rising and turning to go.
"Ralph," said Willy, "do you know I--" He faltered and began again, obviously changing the subject.

"Have you been in there to-night ?" with a motion of the head towards the room wherein lay all that remained of their father.
"No; have you ?" "No; I dare not go.

I would not if I could.