If you live a little longer, then I may see my money again.

It is the very best I can do for you." "Then you wish to buy my pension ?" "Yes, for two thousand down." "And if I live for twenty years ?" "Oh, in that case of course my speculation would be more successful.

But you have heard the doctor's opinion." "Would you advance the money instantly ?" "You should have a thousand at once.

The other thousand I should expect you to take in furniture." "In furniture ?" "Yes, Admiral.

We shall do you a beautiful houseful at that sum.