My sister Ursula would be very willing to oblige him in many things, but he will not ask her for anything, except for such a favour as a word, which is a poor favour after all.

I don't mean for her word; perhaps he will some day ask you for your word.

If so.

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." "Why here you are, after railing at me for catching at words, catching at a word yourself," said Mr.Petulengro.
"Hold your tongue, sir," said Mrs.Petulengro.