"It was money that I was swindled out of by a fellow passenger. I induced him to return a part of it."
"How much have you now?"
"About five dollars."
"You may give it to me."
"I prefer not to do so, Mr. Little; I need it myself."
Scott spoke respectfully, but firmly.
"Do you refuse?" demanded Ezra, angrily.
"Yes, sir."
"Do you think this is a suitable return for all I have done for you?"
"You have given me a home, but it is in return for services in your store. As for this money, it was given me by my father and I prefer to keep it."