accepted

“Most assuredly; although I might easily have accepted it, for it was I who put into his hands the first silver he ever earned; but now M.

Even if I accepted the compliment for myself I could hardly name any volume which would be less likely to lie at the elbow of one of Moriarty’s associates.

“Why,” said the Kite, “do I see you with such a rueful look?” “I seek,” she replied, “a mate suitable for me, and am not able to find one.” “Take me,” returned the Kite, “I am much stronger than you are.” “Why, are you able to secure the means of living by your plunder?” “Well, I have often caught and carried away an ostrich in my talons.” The Eagle, persuaded by these words, accepted him as her mate.

Yes, he had no engagement at all for to-morrow; and her invitation was accepted with alacrity.