You'll be gettin' me inter mischiff." "Not at all," said Nickie, "not at all.

Surely a man may offer ordinary civilities to his friends.

Bless my soul, you wouldn't have me cut old Billy in the streets, would you?
If I didn't speak to Jinny she'd think I was angry with her, and cry her eyes out.

She has a tender heart, poor girl.

She is a sensitive soul, and craves for social distinction.