human
Eugene, Floyd begins, one morning,
gpt
I have just had a note from Briggs & Co. One member of the firm will be here to-morrow. I have advised them that their money is in Mr. Connery's hands, and I pay the note for Grandon & Co. When Mr. St. Vincent returns we will go over matters thoroughly and see what state the business really is in.
human
I told you to let that alone! he flings out.
gpt
All the arrangements have been made. Wilmarth has the money.
human
I prefer to loan it, instead of having Wilmarth.
gpt
You can't, you shall not, declares Eugene.
human
I have--the thing is settled. You have no real business with the firm's affairs.
gpt
You are mistaken there. You have admitted that there was barely enough coming in to pay current expenses, and nothing toward meeting the note. You cannot mortgage or dispose of any part without my advice or consent. I can offer this loan, which I do for a number of years, then there will be no pressing demand----
human
You cannot do it! he says hoarsely,
gpt
For what amount?
human
Twelve thousand dollars.