"He is worse than you. He knows that I would not strip him of everything, even if I succeed."
"What's your chances, young one? Have you got a good case?"
"If I hadn't, he wouldn't conspire for my death."
"That's so. Now, young chap, shall I kill you or not?"
"Of course I don't want to be killed, but you are too strong for me. I am in your power."
"Swear, if I spare your life, will you see that I don't lose by it?"
Gilbert caught his meaning and snatched at the chance of safety.
"If you let me go, you shall have the same amount my uncle promised you, and will have no stain of murder on your hands."
"Have you got the money?"
"Nearly all. The rest I can raise. But I will do better than that, on one condition."