Lord Alfred bowed down to the table and muttered something which was intended to convey most absolute confidence. "Hear, hear," said Mr. Cohenlupe. "All right," said Lord Nidderdale; "go on;" and he fired another pellet with improved success.

Lord Alfred, bowing, muttered something about absolute confidence.
"Hear, hear," said Mr. Cohenlupe.
"All right," said Lord Nidderdale.
