I hope your loss may not be heavy." "The loss will not be mine though, will it ?" said old Hawker.

"I anticipate that it will fall on the bank.

It is surely at their risk to cash cheques.

Why, a man might sign for all the money I have in their hands, and surely they would be answerable for it ?" "I am not aware how the law stands, Mr.Hawker," said Troubridge.
"Fortunately, no one has ever thought it worth while to forge my name." "Well, I wish you a good day, sir, with many thanks," said Hawker.

"Can I do anything for you in Exeter ?" Old Hawker drove away rapidly in the direction of Exeter; his horse, a fine black, clearing the ground in splendid style.