This is not a joking matter.

If what I have been told IS true I should--But I know it isn't--I KNOW it!" John bowed.

"Thank you," he said.

"What have you heard ?" "She has heard--" began Heman.
"Pardon me, Daniels.

I asked Miss Howes." Emily began a reply, but she did not finish it.
"I have been told--" she began.