"What business had you to take my place?"
"The landlord hired me."
"I don't care if he did. He hired me first."
"Then you'd better go to him and complain about it. It's none of my business——"
"It's my business," said Sam, with emphasis.
"Just as you like."
"Will you give up the place?"
"No," said Tony. "You must think I'm a fool. What should I give it up for?"
"Because it belongs to me."
"I don't see that; I suppose Mr. Porter has a right to hire anybody he likes."