"Something —," said Winthrop, taking the tongs and settling the sticks of wood in the chimney to burn better. Karen stood and looked at him.
"What have you got, Karen?" said Winthrop, setting up the tongs.
"I ha'n't got nothing for company," said Karen, grinning.
"That'll do very well," said Winthrop. "Give me the coffee and I'll make it; and you see to the bread, Karen. You have milk and cream, haven't you?"
"Yes, Governor."
"And eggs?"
"La! yes."
"Where are they?"
"Mr. Landholm, don't trouble yourself, pray!" said Elizabeth.
"I am in no hurry for anything. Pray don't!"
"I don't intend it," said he. "Don't trouble your self. Would you rather go into another room?"