You had no money.

I watched through the window, and--and I almost ran away, only my promise held me." I laughed uneasily, yet sobered almost at once, leaning across the table, all earlier embarrassment vanished.
"Well, even at that, it would not be my first experience," I said swiftly.

"Poverty is extremely unpleasant, but not a crime.

Do not let that unfortunate condition of my exchequer spoil your appetite, my girl.

I can assure you that is among the least of my troubles.