But she studied his defects, and soon knew every weak point in his character.

She drew him out to speak of himself, of his aims and prospects, of his friends and associates, until she understood him altogether.

Then she laid her plans for his destruction.
Granger was holding a clerkship at the time of his marriage, but was anxious to get a start for himself.

He had some acquaintance with a man named Lloyd Freeling, and often spoke of him in connection with business.

Freeling had a store on one of the best streets, and, as represented by himself, a fine run of trade, but wanted more capital.
One day he said to Granger, "If I could find the right man with ten thousand dollars, I would take him in.