[Brewster’s Millions by George Barr McCutcheon]@TWC D-Link bookBrewster’s Millions CHAPTER IV 13/13
Don't you suppose I can get rid of a million in a year? Great Scott, who wouldn't do it! All I have to do is to cut a few purse strings and there is but one natural conclusion.
I don't mind being a pauper for a few hours on the 23d of next September." "That is your plan, then ?" "Of course.
First I shall substantiate all that this will sets forth. When I am assured that there can be no possibility of mistake in the extent of this fortune and my undisputed claim, I'll take steps to get rid of my grandfather's million in short order." Brewster's voice rang true now.
The zest of life was coming back. Mr.Grant leaned forward slowly and his intent, penetrating gaze served as a check to the young fellow's enthusiasm. "I admire and approve the sagacity which urges you to exchange a paltry million for a fortune, but it seems to me that you are forgetting the conditions," he said, slowly.
"Has it occurred to you that it will be no easy task to spend a million dollars without in some way violating the restrictions in your uncle's will, thereby losing both fortunes ?".
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