"As to the will, a thrifty man is not usually much inclined to bequeath his savings to a gentleman who may probably employ them in a merry little flutter on the turf or the Stock Exchange.

And then there was yourself; clearly a more suitable subject for a legacy, as your life is all before you.

But this is mere speculation and the matter is not of much importance, as far as we can see.

And now, tell me what John Blackmore's relations were with Mrs.Wilson.I gather that she left the bulk of her property to Jeffrey, her younger brother.

Is that so ?" "Yes.