human
Excuse me, gentlemen, he said, after a time.
gpt
I do not wish to intrude, but I happen to know Mr. Merriwell. Will you have a drink with me?
human
Do you mind telling me just what has happened to Mr. Merriwell? asked the stranger, who wore a full beard, which seemed to hide many of the features of his face.
gpt
Has he fallen heir to a fortune?
human
Rather, answered Harper, dryly.
gpt
More than forty-three thousand dollars has dropped into his hands this morning.
human
Is it possible? asked the stranger, showing agitation.
gpt
Are you sure?
human
Yes, I am sure. I saw the certified check on a Carson City bank. He was broke this morning, but now he has money to burn.