The latter was not particularly pleased to see Sam, and his countenance showed it.
"I guess I'll take that ring, mister," said Sam, in an independent tone.
"What ring?"
"Oh, you know well enough."
"Have you brought the money?"
"Yes; I've got it here."
"It will be five dollars and a half."
"That is too much, but I'll give it to you; so just hand it over."
"Wait a minute, my friend," said the pawnbroker. "Where did you get the ring?"
"I've told you already."