"Well, that's something, at least. But I never saw you out of the way."
"Do you know the reason; Watson?"
"No."
"I'll tell you. You were always too far gone yourself, when we drank freely together, to perceive my condition."
"So you say."
"It's true."
"Well, have it as you like. But, see here, John, what are you going to do when your six months are out?"
"I'm going to be a sober man, as I am now."
"You never were a drunkard."
"I was precious near being one, then."