When he has given distinct proof of being a philosopher, you will raise your interdict.

Do you agree to that ?" "Do you mean to bribe him ?" "Oh, you admit, then, that he is bribable?
No, he would ask too much, and it would not be exactly fair.

I mean simply to wait.

You will continue, I suppose, to see this interesting couple, and you will give me the news yourself." "Well," said Newman, "if the old man turns out a humbug, you may do what you please.

I wash my hands of the matter.