"What plan is that? Let us sit down and talk it over."
The local preacher, lithographer, &c., sat down facing Sidney, on whose face was visible an expression of keen interest. In matters of religion, Mr. Gray was long and prosy; in matters of business, quick and terse, a man after Sidney's own heart. Two "straightforward" men like them got through a deal of business in a little time.
"How much money have you at command?"
"A hundred pounds, perhaps."
"So have I."
"What's that to do with it?"
"A great deal, if you like my scheme—nothing, if you don't."
"Go on."
"A hundred pounds might start a business, but it's a risk—two hundred is better. How does Gray and Hinchford sound, now?"
"A partnership?"