I thank you both.

Good afternoon." "Well, of all the queer turn-overs, that's the best!" grinned Dick appreciatively, after the lawyer had gone.

"Wouldn't I like to see Rip when he gets that book of ballads handed him as the larger part of his pocket allowance!" "It's certainly a clever way for his father to handle the affair," smiled Mr.Prescott.

"However, in making the charge for the book I shall deduct the profit.

Like yourself, son, I don't want to profit by tale-bearing.