"He thought you had a share in the business when he risked his dollars." "I suppose that means you told him I wasn't your partner ?" "It does." "I see," said Charnock, with some dryness.

"You thought he'd leave me alone if he knew I wasn't worth powder and shot?
Well, I believe it's very possible." Then he paused and smiled.

"I can imagine his astonishment when you asked for a bill, and must admit that you're a sport.

All the same, it's humiliating to have my friends told you don't trust me with money." "The trouble is I can't trust you.

Now you listen, Bob.