Will you take my bet, even money ?" "No.
I don't bet." "Well, you needn't put a damper on me.
In fact, you can't.
Have you that last prescription of Dr.Foxton's handy? My liver wants a tonic." The chemist thumbed a dog-eared volume, read an entry carefully, and retired to a dispensing counter in the rear of the shop. "Shall I send it ?" came his voice. "No.
I'll wait.