"That was before I married. I need more now."
"Yes, and a whole lot more!" put in Miriam.
This was just what Jack wanted from her. He sought to irritate her still further by addressing himself pointedly to Bobo. "You said it was part of my job to save you from your own extravagance."
"You needn't remind me of that now," said Bobo. "The money's mine, isn't it?"
"You put the management of it in my hands."
"Did he engage you as his nurse?" suggested Miriam.
"You said I was not to give you any more no matter how hard you begged for it," said Jack affecting a stubborn air.
"Oh, for Heaven's sake! This is ridiculous!" cried Miriam. "Are you compelled to go down on your knees to beg your own money?"
"No, I'm not!" cried Bobo, banging the table. "I want money, and I want it quick!"
Jack looked more stubborn than ever. "I'll talk to you afterwards," he said. "We can't discuss business at meals."