human
When approached to-day Mr. Deaves with characteristic modesty, refused to say a word on the subject, referring all inquiries to his associate Mr. Verplanck. Mr. Verplanck said: (_Add interview Verplanck._)
gpt
Do you suppose--they would really print that--about my father?
human
They say they will,
gpt
I--I can't believe it! It's a joke of some kind!
human
It's worth trying. They don't ask for anything.
gpt
What am I to do?
human
Put it up to your father.
gpt
He would never consent!
human
Why not? The money's gone anyway. He might as well have the reputation of a philanthropist. Won't cost any more.
gpt
He _would_ consent! That's the worst of it. He'd write that letter to Verplanck. Then as soon as Verplanck got the bonds he'd go to him and demand them back. There'd be a horrible scandal then!
human
I'll write the letter myself! he said.
gpt
I'll create the trust in Papa's name. I won't tell him anything about it until it's too late for him to withdraw. He couldn't get the money back anyhow, if I sent it to Verplanck as from myself.
human
Very good, he said,
gpt
Willing! he said, with more spirit than Evan had ever seen him display.
human
I'd do anything, _anything_, to get such a story in the papers! It will make the family! And how pleased Mrs. Deaves will be!
gpt
Would you mind posting it on your way out?
human
I'll take it directly to Mr. Verplanck's office, since time is an object,
gpt
If you will be so good, said Deaves. A sudden terrified thought arrested him in the act of turning over the letter.
human
But suppose the bonds are not forthcoming? he said.
gpt
Could Verplanck come down on me for them?
human
Certainly not, said Evan.
gpt
His concern in the matter doesn't begin until he gets the securities.
human
Well, I'll take a chance,