“Was I correct in my account of it, partner?” said Mr. Wegg at length.

“Partner, you were,” said Mr. Venus.

Mr. Wegg thereupon made an easy, graceful movement, as though he would fold it up; but Mr. Venus held on by his corner.

“No, sir,” said Mr. Venus, winking his weak eyes and shaking his head. “No, partner. The question is now brought up, who is going to take care of this. Do you know who is going to take care of this, partner?”

“I am,” said Wegg.