"It is not for me to limit the power of beauty," said Walter, meekly.

"Your niece, father," said Walter, mellifluously, "and the most beautiful girl in Derbyshire.

"Oh, Mary," said Walter, reproachfully, "how can you say that?

" "Saddle her, George," said Walter, resignedly.

" "All the better for me," said Walter, stoutly.

" "Then," said Walter, timidly, and hesitating at every word, "you can't be angry if I work on him a little.

" "But, Mr. Bartley," said Walter, eagerly, "he must abandon them.

"Then I will show you all over ours, you and your papa," said Walter, warmly.