It takes a stiff emetic to get all that money off a fellow's stomach; and it's like parting with a tooth to give up a bank-note.

Of course you're ill, but that's no sign of innocence, and I'm no fool.

You had better give the thing up quietly." "May my Maker strike me----" "So He will, you d----d rascal, if there's justice in heaven, unless you produce the money.

I don't want to hang you.

I'm willing to let you off if you'll let me, but I'm cursed if I let my note off along with you; and unless you give it up forthwith, I'll get a warrant and have you searched, pockets, bag, and baggage." "Lord! am I awake ?" exclaimed Philip Feltram.
"Wide awake, and so am I," replied Sir Bale.