You see, as a friend of the seller, he's awkwardly fixed." "Just so," said George.

"But, if you're not in the same position, you might give me a hint.

How much is the value of Canadian cattle usually below the price likely to be asked of a new arrival ?" "In this case, I should say about fifty per cent," Flora answered, with a laugh.
"Thank you," responded George.

"I am sure your opinion's to be relied on." Edgar stopped his team near by, and Flora regarded him with amusement as he came toward them, his red face streaked with dust.
"You look a good deal more like a western farmer than you did when I saw you last," she laughed.
Edgar removed his goggles and surveyed his working attire somewhat disgustedly.
"I wonder whether that's a compliment; but now that I've made the first plunge, I'd better go through with it--get a flappy hat and a black shirt, or one of those brilliant orange ones." "The latter are more decorative.

But, as you are going on a two days' journey to drive some cattle, I'll tell you how to find the way." "You had better tell George.