"That won't go down, Mr. Blodgett," said Sam. "How much of my money have you got left?"
By this time the policeman was within hearing distance. Sam saw him now, and determined to press his claim vigorously.
"I'll complain to that policeman," he said, "if you don't give up my money."
"Hush!" said Abner. "Wait till he goes by, and we'll arrange it."
"No, we won't," said Sam, stoutly. "Do you want me to call him?"
The policeman was now passing them. He glanced casually at the pair, rather to the discomfort of Abner, whose face was not wholly unknown to the force.
"What do you say?" demanded Sam, in a significant tone.
"I'll lend you five dollars," said Abner, desperately. "It's all I've got now."
"Hand it over, then," said Sam, who had not expected to get back so much of the stolen property.
Abner drew out a bill from his pocket, and passed it over.