"So that is his version of it? He deliberately ran into me."
"I gave you warning. I said 'Out of the way, there!'" interrupted Clarence.
"Yes, but you had no right on the side walk. That is meant for foot-passengers."
"It seems to me, sir, that you are remarkably independent for a man of your rank. Even if it had been as you say, you had no right to assault my son. I might have you arrested on your own confession, but I will forbear doing so on condition that you leave town at once."
"I have a little business with you, first, Stephen Ray."
"If you expect alms, you have come to the wrong man. I don't believe in encouraging beggars."
"I know very well that you are not charitable. You see, I used to be acquainted with you."
"Who are you?"
"My name is Benjamin Bolton."
Stephen Ray looked startled.