Indeed there was nothing for him but to be on his way.
"I've told you the truth, Maggie; and you'll be sorry that you have not left--if not sorry soon, then sorry a little later." He turned to Barney with a last shot; he could not leave the gloating Barney Palmer his unalloyed triumph.

"I told you I had the straight dope on you, Barney.

Here's some more of it.

I know exactly what your game is, and I know exactly who your sucker is.

We'll see if you put it over--you squealer! Good-night, all." With that Larry walked out.