There is a very dangerous gang of people about who try to get money from rich men, and, if they don't succeed, use violence.

I have already come into contact with something of the sort myself.

Your salary--what do you get at present ?" "Twenty-eight shillings a week, sir." "Double it," Mr.Weatherley ordered promptly.

"Three pounds a week I will make it.

For three pounds a week I may rely upon your constant and zealous service ?" "You may rely absolutely on that," Arnold replied, not quite sure whether he was on his head or his feet.
"Very well, then, go and tell some of the porters to bring in your desk.