"I have only seen him once or twice.

I--I agree with you partly, and I don't think he's a good man." "_Good_ man!" retorted Reggie, with a laugh of derision.

"You take it from me that he's as bad as they make 'em.

It's my belief that he's done something already--something he's ashamed of; something he's afraid may be found out.

Oh, laugh if you like; but, look here, Miss Grant, you take my advice and keep clear of that man." "I mean to," said Celia, as lightly as she could.