"I have been unfortunate, as I already explained to you."
"I don't see how that alters matters. You took the risk voluntarily. Why should I suffer because you were imprudent and lost your money?"
"I can't argue with you, squire," said Tony, with an insolent smile. "You are too smart for me. All I have to say is, that I must have another bond."
"Suppose I should give it to you—what assurance have I that you will not make another demand?"
"I will give you the promise in writing, if you like."
"Knowing that I could not make use of any such paper with out betraying myself."
"Well, there is that objection, certainly, but I can't do anything better."
"What do you propose to do with the bond?"
"Deposit it with my broker, as I have already told you."
"I advise you not to do so. Make up your mind to lose the first, and keep the second in your own hands."