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He was awake wide awake to what had been going forward. The supper passed off without any attempt at a general conversation. The old lady had gone to bed; Isabella Wardle devoted herself exclusively to Mr. Trundle; the spinster's attentions were reserved for Mr. Tupman; and Emily's thoughts appeared to be engrossed by some distant object possibly they were with the absent Snodgrass.
'It is his voice! exclaimed the spinster aunt; and strong symptoms of fit number three developed themselves forthwith. 'Do not agitate yourself, I entreat you, dearest madam, said Mr. Tupman soothingly. 'I am very little hurt, I assure you. 'Then you are not dead! ejaculated the hysterical lady. 'Oh, say you are not dead! 'Don't be a fool, Rachael, interposed Mr.
We hear of Tupman and Winkle even, with their guns, &c., but not a sign of this Trundle, a country gentleman, supposed to enjoy field sports. If Tupman and Winkle had to carry their guns reversed "like privates at a funeral," was Trundle excepted? We cannot tell, for he is not even named. Or was he of the shooting party at all?
Pickwick found it in vain to protest his innocence, so hurried downstairs into the street, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Tupman, Mr. Winkle, and Mr. Snodgrass. Mr. Ben Allen, who was dismally depressed with spirits and agitation, accompanied them as far as London Bridge, and in the course of the walk confided to Mr.
Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. The great man withdrew his eyes after a few minutes, and added: 'Shall we be justified in leaving our wounded friend to the care of the ladies? 'You cannot leave me in better hands, said Mr. Tupman. 'Quite impossible, said Mr. Snodgrass. It was therefore settled that Mr.
He stopped short, as if suddenly recollecting something, and said 'By the bye can't spare ten pounds, can you? very particular purpose pay you in three days. 'I dare say I can, replied Mr. Tupman, in the fulness of his heart. 'Three days, you say? 'Only three days all over then no more difficulties. Mr.
The dark shadow passed from Mr. Tupman's face, as he warmly grasped the hand of his friend. 'I have been hasty, too, said he. 'No, no, interrupted Mr. Pickwick, 'the fault was mine. You will wear the green velvet jacket? 'No, no, replied Mr. Tupman. 'To oblige me, you will, resumed Mr. Pickwick. 'Well, well, I will, said Mr. Tupman. It was accordingly settled that Mr. Tupman, Mr.
Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement.
Pickwick would have accepted his offer with the utmost avidity. However, Mr. Tupman did not volunteer any such accommodation, and the friends walked on, conversing merrily.
Where else could I hope to find so rare a combination of excellence and beauty? Where else could I seek to Oh! Here Mr. Tupman paused, and pressed the hand which clasped the handle of the happy watering-pot. The lady turned aside her head. 'Men are such deceivers, she softly whispered. 'They are, they are, ejaculated Mr. Tupman; 'but not all men.
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