I am afraid I very often think of myself first." "Do you?
I never knew it before," he laughed; then hurrying to old Mr.
Lilburn's side, whispered something in his ear.
The old gentleman smiled, and gave a nod of assent.

"I like to please you, laddie," he said in an undertone.

"So does Hugh, and mayhap atween us we can accomplish something worth while." "Oh, thank you," returned Walter.

"I do think, cousin, that a little fun would do us all good.

We've been dining heartily--at least I have--and I think a good laugh assists digestion." Hugh sat near, chatting with Captain Raymond.