That is to save your credit.

Hereafter, when you see a chance to play the scoundrel, before you embrace it, please measure the probable pillage and let me know.

I will then give you the amount.

In that way you will have the profits of every act of villainy you might commit, while missing the mud and mire of its accomplishment.

Remember, Mr.Gwynn; I will not tolerate a rascal." "You are extremely good, sir," said the frozen Mr.Gwynn.
Mrs.Hanway-Harley placed Mr.Gwynn on her right hand, a distinction which that personage bore with a petrified grace most beautiful to look upon.