Name a sum that you can reasonably expect to get." "Well," said Mr.Balch, rising, "you must give us fifteen thousand dollars, and you should think yourself well off then.

We could commence a suit, and put you to nearly that expense to defend it; to say nothing of the notoriety that the circumstance would occasion you.

Both Walters and I are willing to spend both money and time in defence of these children's rights; I assure you they are not friendless." "I'll give twelve thousand, and not a cent more, if I'm hung for it," said Mr.Stevens, almost involuntarily.
"Who spoke of hanging ?" asked Mr.Balch.
"Oh!" rejoined Stevens, "that is only my emphatic way of speaking." "Of course, you meant figuratively," said Mr.Balch, in a tone of irony; mentally adding, "as I hope you may be one day literally." Mr.Stevens looked flushed and angry, but Mr.Balch continued, without appearing to notice him, and said: "I'll speak to Walters.

Should he acquiesce in your proposal, I am willing to accept it; however, I cannot definitely decide without consulting him.

To-morrow I will inform you of the result.".