I know a good deal about you.

We can take each other for granted without reference.

Really, it is as simple to buy an hotel or a railroad as it is to buy a watch, provided one is equal to the transaction.' 'Precisely,' agreed Mr Babylon smiling.

'Shall we draw up the little informal contract?
There are details to be thought of.

But it occurs to me that you cannot have dined yet, and might prefer to deal with minor questions after dinner.' 'I have not dined,' said the millionaire, with emphasis, 'and in that connexion will you do me a favour?
Will you send for Mr Rocco ?' 'You wish to see him, naturally.' 'I do,' said the millionaire, and added, 'about my dinner.' 'Rocco is a great man,' murmured Mr Babylon as he touched the bell, ignoring the last words.