It would have been an ordinary sporting chance.

But the reference to 'all eventualities' is an entirely different matter.

Of course, it may be mere greediness, but all the same, it suggests some very curious reflections." "Yes, it does," said Jervis.

"I wonder if he has any reason to expect that the body will be found?
Of course it doesn't follow that he has.

He may be merely taking the opportunity offered by the other man's poverty to make sure of the bulk of the property whatever happens.