"
"Those who do can earn the title and enjoy the compliment, then, for it
won't be me," was the firm and angry reply.
"Dexie, I can't think you mean all your words imply. If you knew how highly
Mr. Ross speaks of your whistling, you would know that he would be the last
one to offend you. Indeed, he is so assured that your performance will be
the chief part of the concert that he gave it the special mention that has
offended you, and he has gone to the expense of fitting up the hall away
beyond anything ever seen in Halifax. He is so lifted up you would think he
was walking on air."
"He will find solid ground under his feet about eight o'clock this evening,
I fancy! for he will find that his 'warbler' has flown to parts unknown."
"Is it possible, Dexie, that you have it in your heart to so disappoint the
members of the club, and the public as well? As for the name he has given
you, what matters it? I have been called 'The Dandy' for years, but I have
as much respect from my friends as if the term were complimentary. Dexie, I
can't think you intend to go back on your word."
"Dexie felt the reproach, but would not relent.
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