I give you a last chance.

I will stake all my winnings, nay, double the amount, against your wife.
You have a key of the house you inhabit, by which you admit yourself at all hours; so at least the major informs me.

If I win, that key shall be mine.

I will take my chance for the rest.

Do you understand me now ?" "I do," replied the young man, with concentrated fury.