They were not, indeed, within the limit of his understanding.

But of his partner he had learned one thing, at least.

The word of Stephen Laverick was the word of truth.
He shambled toward the door.

On the whole, he was lucky to have got the two hundred and fifty pounds.
"So long, Laverick," he said from the door.

"I'm--I'm sorry." It was characteristic of him that he did not venture to offer his hand.