He quickly became one of the most beloved
inheritors of the estate. I hope, sir, this will help you better
understand he who has grievously mistreated you."
103 "I do," replied North. "Tell me something, with all his faults you
still love your brother very much, don't you?"
104 The Peepian said nothing, but the look on his face said more than
any words. "I must go," he answered, rising. "Might I say, sir, how
much I admire you?"
105 "Sometimes," remarked North, "I do not think the admiration others
might have for me is deserved. But I will say that in this case, I
believe it comes from a better man than I."
106 "I am flattered," the Peepian replied. "Now I had better get back
to my duties. I have a Fleet to make ready. These hundred new ships
brought by Lord Morn need to be stocked and crewed."
107 After the family's evening visit Morn stayed behind. After the
others were well clear, North looked at his old friend. "All right," he
laughed, "I know you didn't come all this way just to bring those
ships, visit, and go on a couple of raids with me. You're up to
something! What is it you want, Morn?"