"But you are to let her know your character in full."
"No man's character is known in full."
"But—but——"
"Look here, Purvis, I shall play the game. See that you do," and he gave the young man a glance which made him slightly uncomfortable.
"Of course—of course," he said nervously. "I don't like it. Still, there's no danger—that is, there will not be when she knows everything."
"Which you will see to."
"I shall tell her nothing of our conversation; as for the rest—well, there will be no need for me to tell her that."
Leicester gave the other a look which was almost angry.
"No," he said, "I daresay you are right. A man's so-called vices soon become public property. Of course," he went on, "you will talk with her about me."
"Why should I?"