If indeed by the force of Matthew's example, by persuasion or by additional and more mysterious influences, or by an inward co-agency, compatible with the existence of a personal will, James should be led to repent; if through admiration and love of this great goodness gradually assimilating his mind to the mind of his benefactor, he should in his own person become a grateful and dutiful child — then doubtless the mother would be wholly satisfied!

Brooding over all these matters, the mother felt like one who has evoked a spirit.

And, as the Cock crew, those who stood before The Tavern shouted — Open then the Door! You know how little while we have to stay, And, once departed, may return no more.

How fiery and forward our pedant is! Now, for my life, the knave doth court my love. Pedascule, I'll watch you better yet.