"It would hurt me worse in business than it would if I were still in office.

Whether it's true or not." "You know in your heart that there's no doubt of that." Worthington did not answer.

Houston waited a moment, then went on.
"But personally, I don't want to file the suit.

I don't want any money--that way.

I don't want any bribes, or exculpations, or statements from you that you know me to be innocent.