Mr.Higbid, the very rich hide merchant, has taken a fancy to the place.

I have yet to hear what Robin will say.

Mr.Higbid is prepared to pay a fancy price----" "He'd have to before I'd let him into my drawing-room," said the General, with disgust.

"Imagine letting the Court! And to a man who sells hides!" "His money is as good as anybody else's.

And he is received everywhere.
You are really too old-fashioned, Denis.