I've run about a ton of money through your shop.

I've been broke a dozen times and I never left a debt behind me.

I've been trusted and I always made good.

I guess you could say all that if you stopped to take a couple of breaths, couldn't you ?" "I shall certainly say those things if I am asked about them," replied Mr.Close, considering them carefully, one by one.

"Don't hesitate to refer to me.