We shall have comfortable quarters on board her, and ought to make a pleasant passage if we have but decent weather." "Yes, if anything could make our voyage pleasant under the circumstances," Ralph replied dismally.
"Oh, it's no use thinking any more about that," O'Connor said cheerfully.

"We must make the best of matters, and hope that we shall soon be on our way back again; if not, I dare say we shall have a pleasant time in Canada.

With your knowledge of French, Conway, you will make a great hit among the fair Canadians." "I didn't think of that," Ralph laughed.

"Yes, the prospect is a cheering one.

I promise you, O'Connor, that I will do the best I can for you.