human
Oh, Mr. Aubrey! commenced Mr. Gammon, with a somewhat tremulous voice,
gpt
I perceive, from your manner, that my fears are justified, and that I am an intruder--a dishonorable and hypocritical one I must indeed appear; but, as I have done nothing to forfeit my right to be treated as should be one gentleman by another, I request you to hear me. This visit appears indeed unseasonable; but, late this afternoon, I made a discovery which has shocked me severely, nay, I may say, disgusted me beyond expression. Am I right, Mr. Aubrey, in supposing that this evening you have received a letter from Mr. Quirk, and about the balance due on our account?
human
I have, sir,
gpt
I thought as much, muttered Gammon, with suppressed vehemence--
human
continued Gammon, addressing Mr. Aubrey in an indignant tone,
gpt
I have no intention of making any complaint, or uttering any reproaches, sir,
human
But _I_ have, Mr. Aubrey, said Gammon, haughtily.
gpt
My senior partner has broken faith with me. Sir, you have already paid more than will cover what is justly due to us; and I recommend you, after this, to _have the bill taxed_. You will thereby get rid of every farthing of the balance now demanded; and I give you this recommendation _bonâ fide_, and upon the honor of a gentleman.