24/36 In fact, I have got another offer to make you.' Mr Wegg (who had had nothing else in his mind for several nights) took off his spectacles with an air of bland surprise. On all accounts, I am sure.' (This, as a philanthropic aspiration.) 'What do you think,' said Mr Boffin, 'of not keeping a stall, Wegg ?' 'I think, sir,' replied Wegg, 'that I should like to be shown the gentleman prepared to make it worth my while!' 'Here he is,' said Mr Boffin. Do not fear, Mr Boffin, that I shall contaminate the premises which your gold has bought, with MY lowly pursuits. |