"Pish, girl!" said he, looking dignified.
"Tush, boy!" said she, kissing him.
"Nay but, dear Bet, I've your safety at heart and therefore——"
"But, dearest Charles, you've no money in your pocket—and therefore!"
"Egad and that's true enough!" said he ruefully.
"So you'll be ruled by me, boy, and stay here until I think you are fit for travel."
"What o' the servants?"
"This part of the house is empty and—I'll manage the servants!"
"There's Aunt Belinda, she's an infernal sharp nose, Bet."
"Nay, I'll manage Aunt Belinda."