How absurd of him, Uncle, when he knows that he is dependent wholly on your bounty!
Sir Oliver.
Wait till you have heard the whole story. A week ago your brother came to me for money to meet some gambling debt. I refused him. Whereupon, he returned to his house, had in an auctioneer and sold everything that it contained.
Joseph.
[Much amused.] And did you play little Premium a second time, Uncle?
Sir Oliver.
[Testily.] Certainly not, Sir. On this occasion I left the rogue to settle matters for himself.
Joseph.
But I see no great harm in this. Why should not Charles sell his furniture?
Sir Oliver.