“Wery pleasant,” rejoined Mr. Weller. “Wery pleasant and conformable.”
The precise meaning which Mr. Weller attached to this last-mentioned adjective did not appear; but, as it was evident from the tone in which he used it that it was a favourable expression, Mr. Pickwick was as well satisfied as if he had been thoroughly enlightened on the subject.
“I take a great interest in her, Mr. Weller,” said Mr. Pickwick.
Mr. Weller coughed.
“I mean an interest in her doing well,” resumed Mr. Pickwick; “a desire that she may be comfortable and prosperous. You understand?”
“Wery clearly,” replied Mr. Weller, who understood nothing yet.
“That young person,” said Mr. Pickwick, “is attached to your son.”
“To Samivel Veller!” exclaimed the parent.
“Yes,” said Mr. Pickwick.
“It’s nat’ral,” said Mr. Weller, after some consideration, “nat’ral, but rather alarmin’. Sammy must be careful.”