If it turns out to be of value you can take out your loan with interest and give me the rest; if it does not, I will pay it back as I can; it may be ten years or it may be less, but I will pay it if I live." Isaac raised his head.

"Well, that is fair." His voice was again under control.

"Not for me--but for you.

Yes, that is quite right for you to feel that way.

Next week you can bring in the papers." He picked up the bonds.