You know what were my intentions towards you, before I had the slightest notion who you might be.

(If I had but been aware of it, he thought, I would have taken care to keep at a respectful distance from him.) I will do more than I promised.

I will lend you any sums of money you may require; and on your personal security.

Your bare word shall suffice.

No bonds--no written obligations of any kind.