Take it." Carroll backed away almost sternly.

"I don't want your money," he said.
The barber stood aghast.

Captain Carroll had actually a look of offence.
"I hope as I hain't done nothin' that ain't reg'lar," he stammered.
Captain Carroll stepped close to him.

He laid one white long-fingered hand on the barber's white jacket-sleeve.

He whispered with slyest confidence, although no one was within hearing: "You keep that money a little while longer," he whispered.