They were saints who died yesterday, and Master Cromwell is behind it all; and--and you serve him." Ralph jerked his head to speak, but his brother went on.
"I know you think me a fool, and I daresay you an right.

But this I know, I would sooner be a fool than--than--" -- "than a knave" ended Ralph.

"I thank you for your good opinion, my brother.

However, let that pass.

You have come to teach me my business, then ?" "I have come to save your soul," said Chris, grasping the arms of his chair, and eyeing him steadily.
"You are very good to me," said Ralph bitterly.