I reserve the right to answer or not.

The answer is _not_! in this instance," replied Hippy.
"No offense, no offense," answered the agent, assuming a jovial tone.

"I represent certain interests that have been negotiating for this very property, parties that already have large holdings in this vicinity, and who wish an uninterrupted stretch of timber and river to the lakes." "Yes ?" questioned Hippy.
"Of course they knew you bought on speculation, because you ain't lumbermen, and they reckoned they'd buy it from you so as to give you a fine profit on your investment.

That's why I asked you what you paid for the property." "Yes ?" repeated Hippy.
"No man can say that ain't a fair offer.

Now we'll get right down to business, Mister--Mister--" "Wingate," assisted Tom.
"We'll get right down to business, Mr.Wingate.You will sell ?" "Sure thing.