He used to come down and talk with dad evenings, because daddy saw service in the Seventh when it was first organized after the war." "Did you--did you ever hear either of them say anything about Major Alfred Brant?
He must have been this lad's father." "No, I never heard much they said.

Did you know him ?" "The father, yes, but that was years ago.

Come, Kid, all this is only ancient history, and just as well forgotten.

Now, you are a sensible girl, when your temper don't get away with you, and I am simply going to leave this matter to your better judgment.

Will you go to Mrs.
Herndon's, and find out how you like it?
You need n't stop there an hour if she is n't good to you, but you ought not to want to remain with me, and grow up like a rough boy." "You--you really want me to go, don't you ?" "Yes, I want you to go.