dar, will guide you accurately. I could rely on it myself, in a more difficult crisis; but I should inform you, Mr. Helstone is somewhat prejudiced against me at present."
"I am aware, I have heard all about your differences: depend upon it they will melt away; he cannot resist the temptation of an alliance under present circumstances."
"I should be glad to have him: he is of true metal."
"I think so also."
"An old blade, and rusted somewhat; but the edge and temper still excellent."
"Well, you shall have him, Mr. Moore: that is, if I can win him."
"Whom can you not win?"
"Perhaps not the Rector; but I will make the effort."
"Effort! He will yield for a word—a smile."
"By no means. It will cost me several cups of tea, some toast and cake, and an ample measure of remonstrances, expostulations, and persuasions. It grows rather chill."
"I perceive you shiver. Am I acting wrongly to detain you here? Yet it is so calm: I even feel it warm; and society such as yours is a pleasure to me so rare—if you were wrapped in a thicker shawl?"
"I might stay longer, and forget how late it is, which would chagrin Mrs. Pryor. We keep early
