I never was without a conscience; but of all the poor pitiful scoundrels of a conscience that ever existed, it was the greatest.

But why should I blame it?
It loved me too well; for, after some gentle rebukes when I was about to do a rascally act, it quietly withdrew all opposition and left me to my own will." "Ah, we all know you too well, my lord, to take your own report of your own character.

However, I am glad that matters have proceeded so far.
I shall do what your lordship wishes as to the opinions of the medical men.

The lawyers, with our assistance, will manage the settlements." "Yes; but this arrangement must be kept a secret from Tom, because if she knew of it she would knock up the whole project." "She shall not from me, my lord." "Nor from me, I promise you that.

But now for another topic.