"But the house ... the cars...."
"Not worth a farthing. We'll keep 'em, but their trade-in value will be zero."
"If we have no money," said Linna, "how are we going to pay for them?"
"Not going to. They'll pay for themselves. We'll send 'em back and keep duplicates which we'll make."
"But—"
"Look, Linna. Shell out. I've got to hit the market this afternoon if I'm going to grab Fabriville."
"Seems to me that getting that place is slightly foolish," objected Linna. "If nothing will have any value, why bother?"
"Oh, certain items will have value, Linna. That's what I'm working on."
"I still do not like the idea of giving up my jewels."
"If the junk is that important," exploded Keg, "I'll promise to replace them all with interest as soon as we get running."