"Squercum says--"
"Never mind Squercum. We all know what are the suspicions of a fellow of that kind."
"I'd believe Squercum a deuced sight sooner than Melmotte."
"Look here, Dolly. I know more probably of Melmotte's affairs than you do or perhaps than anybody else. If it will induce you to remain quiet for a few days and to hold your tongue here,--I'll make myself responsible for the entire sum he owes you."
"The devil you will."
"I will indeed."

"Squercum says-"
"Never mind Squercum. Look here, Dolly. I probably know more of Melmotte's affairs than you do. If it will induce you to remain quiet for a few days, I'll make myself responsible for the entire sum he owes you."
"The devil you will."
"I will indeed."
