He was prepared to pay for what he wanted, but five thousand pounds was nevertheless a great deal of money.
"I would not ask you," the Princess continued, "if I were not really hard up.

I have been gambling, a foolish thing to do, and I do not want to sell my securities, because I know that very soon they will pay me over and over again.

Will you do this for me?
Remember, I am giving you my word that Jeanne is to be yours." "Make it three thousand," De Brensault said slowly.

"Three thousand pounds I will send you a cheque for, to-morrow morning." The Princess nodded.
"As you will," she said.

"I think if I were you, though, I should make it five.