"We have not heard all yet.
Kendrick, do I understand that you told your cousin and--er--benefactor that you would NOT help him in his infamous scheme ?" John's patience was nearing its limits.

He smiled no more.
"I don't know what you understand, Daniels," he said, crisply.

"Your understanding in many matters is beyond me." "But did you say you would not help him ?" persisted Emily.
"Why no, not exactly.

He did not wait to hear what I had to say.

He seemed to take my assistance for granted." Daniels laughed scornfully.
"You see, Miss Howes ?" he said again.