I've come to talk with you about young Gates." "Oh.

Well, sir, what about him ?" "I'm interested in the boy, and want to save him from prosecution." "He's a forger, Mr.Forbes; a deliberate criminal." "I admit that.

But he's very young, and his youth is largely responsible for his folly." "He stole my money." "It is true, Mr.Marshall." "And he deserves a term in state's prison." "I agree to all that.

Nevertheless, I should like to save him," said Kenneth.

"His trial has not yet taken place, and instead of your devoting considerable of your valuable time appearing against him it would be much simpler to settle the matter right here and now." "In what way, Mr.Forbes ?" "I'll make your money loss good." "It has cost me twice sixty dollars in annoyance." "I can well believe it, sir.