Afterwards you shall, though really I don't know what you can answer me," she said in a rapid patter.

"The twelve hundred roubles of your pension I consider a sacred obligation to pay you as long as you live.

Though why a sacred obligation, simply a contract; that would be a great deal more real, wouldn't it?
If you like, we'll write it out.

Special arrangements have been made in case of my death.

But you are receiving from me at present lodging, servants, and your maintenance in addition.