His word is good with me.

I may even make bold to say that you, yourself, have impressed me favorably.

In short, you may consider me committed to a thorough investigation of your claim.

After that, we shall see." "You'll never regret it," said Pete.

"Shake!" "I suppose you are not commissioned to make any definite proposal as to terms, in case the investigation terminates as favorably as you anticipate?
At any rate, this is an early day to speak of final adjustments." "No," said Pete, "I ain't.