That would be the greatest of misfortunes; for, with his death, any chance of unmasking the greater villain would disappear." "I will be careful, father.

I cannot say how I shall set about the matter, yet.

That must depend upon circumstances; but, as you say, above all things I must be careful of the fellow's life.

When is there a ship sailing, father ?" "The day after tomorrow, Charlie.

You will want that time for getting clothes, suitable to a young gentleman of moderate condition, up from the country on a visit to London.