used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
in actual fact
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading BETWEEN TWO OPINIONS.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
brother'snounUS /ˈbrʌðərz/
possessive form of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
confirmationnounUS /ˌkɑːnfərˈmeɪʃən/
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
someone who is a detective
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
dimlyadverbUS /ˈdɪmli/
in a dim indistinct manner
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
having made preparations
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
enjoyingverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
Euston
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
opinion or judgment
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
festiveadjectiveUS /ˈfestɪv/
offering fun and gaiety
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
glancesnounUS /ˈɡlænsɪz/
plural of “glance” — a quick look
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
only a very short time before
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
how
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
indignantlyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈdɪɡnəntliː/
in an indignant manner
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
and nothing more
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
come together
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
misdeedsnounUS /mɪsˈdiːdz/
plural of “misdeed” — improper or wicked or immoral behavior
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
Morley's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
and nothing more
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
OPINIONSnounUS /əˈpɪnjənz/
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading BETWEEN TWO OPINIONS.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
used with “to” to say what is right or advisable
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
promenadenounUS /ˌprɑːməˈneɪd/
a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
rencontre
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
Roland's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
cut with a saw
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
solvedadjectiveUS /sɑːlvd/
explained or answered
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
spendingnounUS /ˈspendɪŋ/
the act of spending or disbursing money
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
a state of acute pain
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
suspicionsnounUS /səˈspɪʃənz/
plural of “suspicion” — an impression that something might be the case
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
carry out
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
in the direction of
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Dick did not feel inclined to go to Morley's after this _rencontre_, so he turned back towards his hotel.
plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading BETWEEN TWO OPINIONS.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading For the first time, too, he saw, though only dimly, a few of the difficulties that would lie in his way.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
the least favorable outcome
From this reading The problem was not actually solved, certainly; but he was disposed to take all that had passed as a confirmation of his worst suspicions--so much so, that he felt he could not meet his brother just then, as if nothing had happened.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He took two or three turns up and down that festive promenade, the Euston Road, thinking indignantly that his position ought to have been Roland's, and Roland's his--that he was suffering for his brother's misdeeds, while his brother was enjoying bright glances from eyes that would hardly look so kindly on him could their owner have known how Dick was spending the evening.
