“You're smart, youngster. I'll give you credit for that,” he said, in a milder tone. “You've got the best of me, I admit.”
“Yes,” answered Walter, “I have the advantage of you.”
“I meant to take your money, but I won't do it now.”
“Thank you!” said Walter, with an ironical smile.
“Just give me back that weapon of mine, and I'll ride off and let you alone.”
“I don't think it would be wise.”
The highwayman frowned.
“Don't be a fool, youngster!” he said. “Do you doubt my word?”
“I don't know you well enough to decide whether you are to be trusted, but I guess I'll keep the revolver.”
“Then you will have robbed me.”