It was possible that the man, recognizing the uselessness of further opposition, desired to surrender.
"I cannot," declared the Honorable, "understand why you should wish to speak with me.

We have very little in common, very little, I'm thankful to say.

However, I will hear you briefly.

Go on." "Much obliged.

Well, Heman, I only wanted to say that I thought maybe you'd better have a little talk with me.