human
So you went to Davies, of Winnipeg--a mortgage broker? he remarked.
gpt
Who told you about him? These fellows don't lend to people they know nothing about.
human
A man introduced me,
gpt
When you signed his note for the sum you wanted, how much did you really get?
human
You seem to know their tricks,
gpt
Some of them, Harding replied dryly.
human
Now, if you'll give me your word that you won't stake a dollar on a horse or card again, I'll take up this debt; but I don't want your promise unless you mean to keep it.
gpt
I've had my lesson. It was the first time I'd really played high, and I was a bit excited; the room was hot and full of smoke, and they'd brought in a good deal of whisky. Then he pulled himself up.
human
But I can't let you do this; and I don't see----
gpt
Why I'm willing to help? Harding finished for him.
human
Well, one's motives aren't always very plain, even to oneself. Still--you can take it that I've a pretty strong grievance against all mortgage brokers. They've ruined one or two friends of mine, and they're going to make trouble in this country. I'll give you a few instances.