I will sign no such paper,--no, not for twenty years of life." He spoke sternly, but almost in a whisper.

The strain upon him was terrible; he was using up the last remnants of his life to maintain it.
"That you should sign the deed is only bare honesty.

I gave the money trusting to your honesty." "I will not sign it.

It would be a queer thing for me to be a partner in such a dirty job.

The right of succession to Sandal, barring Harry Sandal, is not vested in you.