2/26 I thank you very, very much indeed. My thanks are due to you, too, Captain; for I feel that you will gladly do the favour I have asked." "Do it? What a ripping fellow you are!" "I'm a tired one at all events," replied Cleek. "So, if you--and the ladies"-- bowing to them--"will kindly excuse me, I'll be off home for a needed rest. Lady Chepstow, my very best respects. |