But I tell you what it is; an honest and sensitive man is open; and a business man 'listens and goes on eating' you up.

Well, then she gave the I O U by way of payment to this Tchebarov, and without hesitation he made a formal demand for payment.

When I heard of all this I wanted to blow him up, too, to clear my conscience, but by that time harmony reigned between me and Pashenka, and I insisted on stopping the whole affair, engaging that you would pay.

I went security for you, brother.

Do you understand?
We called Tchebarov, flung him ten roubles and got the I O U back from him, and here I have the honour of presenting it to you.