And I've already told you the accident was not Jack's fault.

So, let's think no more about it." "It's strange you should like Jack so much dear Thames.

He doesn't resemble you at all." "The very reason why I like him, Winny.

If he _did_ resemble me, I shouldn't care about him.

And, whatever you may think, I assure you, Jack's a downright good-natured fellow." Good-natured fellows are always especial favourites with boys.