Richard
It's difficult to decide.... You see, my studio—
Uncle Richard
Well! I confess I can't understand all this uncertainty!
Richard
For three years I have worked as hard as anybody could to make a position allowing me to paint. I have succeeded. I no longer need help!
Uncle Richard
Of course not! I don't question your ability to get along. At the same time, your attitude now is rather quixotic. Besides, as far as your painting is concerned, you can always go about where you require. It isn't slavery I am planning for you here, Richard!
Richard
Well ... but then, as I must live by my sales and commissions, I'd cut a poor figure in surroundings like these.