On the other hand, my few hours daily down there have become a habit with me.

I do not wish to give them up.

Stay here with us, Mr.Hamel.You will be doing us a great kindness.

My nephew and niece have too little congenial society.

Make up your mind to give us a fortnight of your time, and I can assure you that we will do our best to make yours a pleasant stay." Hamel was a little taken aback.
"Mr.Fentolin," he said, "I couldn't think of accepting your hospitality to such an extent.