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it, he made no effort to mask the faint, sneering smile upon his face.

"You're all men with consciences, I know that," he said. "I wouldn't for the world do a thing to make any of ye lose sleep at night. Go home and rest easy. That's all I have to say." He rose to his feet.

"I'm very glad to hear you speak that way," said Jorkins. "It lifts something of a load from my shoulders."

"Mine, too," said Butler. "I was worried, but I feel better now."