“Well, Sam,” said Mr. Pickwick, “I may have my doubts of his great bravery and determination also. But however that may be, Mr. Winkle is gone. He must be found, Sam. Found and brought back to me.”

“And s’pose he won’t come back, Sir?” said Sam.

“He must be made, Sam,” said Mr. Pickwick.

“Who’s to do it, Sir?” inquired Sam, with a smile.

“You,” replied Mr. Pickwick.

“Wery good, Sir.”