"That I will tell Mr. Brief," said Ben firmly.
"You are from the States, aren't you?"
"Yes."
"That accounts for your impudence."
"I should know you were not from the States."
"Why?"
"Because you are so uncivil."
"Look here, young fellow, you'd better clear out, if you don't want to get kicked out."
"Who is to do the kicking?"
"I am."