The associations are in favor of it." "No," replied his mother, "but it has plenty of comfort and convenience about, it.

The plan was his own, and he contrived to make it, notwithstanding its ludicrous shape, one of the most agreeable residences in the country.

He is a blunt humorist, who drinks a good deal, and instead of feeling offence at his manner, which is rather rough, you will please him best by answering him exactly in his own spirit." "I am glad you gave me this hint," said her son; "I like that sort of thing, and it will go hard if I don't give him as good as he brings." "In that case," replied the mother, "the chances will be ten to one in your favor.

Seem, above all things, to like his manner, because the old fool is vain of it, and nothing gratifies him so much." "But about the niece?
What is the cue there, mother ?" "The cue of a gentleman, Harry--of a well-bred and respectful gentleman.
You may humor the old fellow to the top of his bent; but when you become the gentleman with her, she will not misinterpret your manner with her uncle, but will look upon the transition as a mark of deference to herself.

And now you have your instructions: be careful and act upon them.