Knowed heaps of 'em to home--all had it.

You have yourself sometimes, I guess." "No," said Sybilla; "I'm not a fine lady.

I have no time to sham headaches, and I have no secrets to let loose.

I am only a fine lady's companion, and all the world is free to know my history." And then Miss Silver looked at Mr.Parmalee, and Mr.Parmalee looked at Miss Silver, with the air of two accomplished duelists waiting for the word.
"He's as sharp as a razor," thought the lady, "and as shy as a partridge.

Half measures won't do with him.