Of course he is rather peculiar, I confess, but I believe--" The door opened abruptly upon them, admitting Mr.Sleighter.
"See here, Mr.Gwynne, I can't do no business with you." "Sir, you made me an offer for my farm," said Mr.Gwynne indignantly, "and I have just refused an offer from Mr.Martin on account of yours." "Oh, we'll cut that all out," said Mr.Sleighter, whose voice and manner indicated strong excitement.

"Now don't talk.

Listen to me, my son.

You ain't got any right to be playing around with business men anyhow.

Now I am going to do a little business for you, if you will allow me, ma'am.
I take it you want to get away from here." Mr.Gwynne nodded, gazing at him in astonishment.