First, that when I leave this house you will no longer be my creditor.

I have brought money to pay you off in full, principal and interest.

My talk of borrowing was but a play and excuse to learn what you knew of Miriam.

Nay, do not start, though it may seem strange to you that I also can be subtle.

Foolish man, did you think that I with my prospects should be left to lack for a miserable half-talent?
Why, there at Jerusalem I could have borrowed ten, or twenty, if I would promise my patronage by way of interest.