"They don't like to lose their money, and you must admit that there's not much to encourage buyers of your shares to run the risk.

The ore is rich, but we are up against obstacles that your manager is obviously unable to remove.

In fact, my scheme ought to work out for your benefit." The sneer at Thirlwell roused Agatha.

"The obstacles will not vanish if you get control, and you cannot find a manager who will do as well.

Then the scheme will not benefit me; it is meant to benefit nobody but you.
If your friends are foolish enough to support it, you will find a way of overreaching them." George frowned.