I have for years let it for a nominal sum to a man named Jackson.

Of late he has been very anxious to buy it, and has offered me a sum greater than I had supposed it to be worth.

As I know him to be a close-fisted man, who has tried more than once to get me to reduce the small rent I charge him, this naturally excites my curiosity.

I think something has been discovered that enhances the value of the farm, and, if so, I want to know it.

You are a boy, and a visit to the neighborhood will not excite surprise.
"I understand," said Ben.