human
By this time, they had reached the stranger's dwelling. It was a farm house, situated a short distance from the main road--retired, but quite neat and comfortable in its appearance. Here the soldier was made welcome by the host and his family. After a refreshing supper, Crosby excused himself--was soon asleep--and 'slept well.'
gpt
Was that man a tory, father?
human
Why, John, you know he was. It is as clear as day.
gpt
Yes, my son, he _was_ a tory--in heart a firm tory--but he intended to be cautious. He intended to ascertain, if possible, which side Crosby favoured, before he expressed his own views. But, when Crosby asked to be introduced to some of his neighbours, he concluded that if _urged_, he would go below--and after this was more unreserved.
human
Did Crosby tell him that he would go below?
gpt
No, no, he only asked to be introduced to some of the tories.
human
But did he not do wrong to conceal his opinions?