"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 rusty 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."

"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. An old blade, and rusty somewhat, but the edge still excellent."
"Well, you shall have him, Mr. Moore, if I can win him. 