No! no! I must have her now." "The law will not give her to you, Mr.Jasper," returned Grind, with the utmost self-possession.

"The contract is clearly expressed; and it is binding." "Is there no way to accomplish my end ?" said Jasper, impatiently.
"There must be.

I cannot be foiled in this matter.

Even pride would forbid this.

But, there are stronger motives than pride at work now." "Can you allege ill-treatment against the young man or his wife?
Or neglect of your ward's comfort?
Have they failed to do their duty by her in any respect ?" "I should not wonder; but, unfortunately, I can prove nothing." "You might call for an investigation." "And if every thing was proved right on their part ?" "The court would, most probably, return the child to their care.