'He's tried to commit suicide--he's so hipped.

Yes, real suicide.

He took laudanum last night.
It didn't kill him straight off--he's got over the first shock, but he's in a very weak state, and he means to die.

And I truly believe he will die.

Now, if you could let him have that million, Dad, you would save his life.' Nella's item of news was a considerable and disconcerting surprise to Racksole, but he hid his feelings fairly well.
'I haven't the least desire to save his life, Nell.