I would rather talk of something else.

We have not yet arranged how I can make restitution to you for the capital you sank in saving this place.

You will be reasonable, Mr.Brant, and not leave me with the shame and pain of knowing that you ruined yourself for the sake of your old friends.

For it is no more a sentimental idea of mine to feel in this way than it is a fair and sensible one for you to imply that a mere quibble of construction absolves me from responsibility.

Mr.
Sanderson himself admits that the repossession you gave us is a fair and legal basis for any arrangement of sharing or division of the property with you, that might enable you to remain here and continue the work you have so well begun.