I am by no means as rich, sir, as the neighborhood supposes; but then I am no beggar.

I dare say, if all my assets were fairly counted, it might be found that I am worth a plum." "You are said to have received a much larger sum than that with the late Mrs.Goldencalf," the divine observed, not without reproof in his voice.
"Ah, dear sir, I need not tell you what vulgar rumor is--but I shall not undermine my own credit; and we will change the subject.

My object, Dr.Etherington, was merely to do justice.

Poor Betsey desired that ten thousand pounds might be given to found a scholarship or two: now, what have these scholars done, or what are they likely to do, for me or mine?
The case is different with you, sir; you will have trouble--much trouble, I make no doubt; and it is proper that you should have a sufficient compensation.

I was about to propose, therefore, that you should consent to receive my check for three, or four, or even for five thousand pounds," continued my ancestor, raising the offer as he saw the frown on the brow of the Doctor deepen.