The Lower Depths

And why can't a crook at times speak the truth — since honest people at times speak like crooks? Yes — I've forgotten a lot — but I still know a thing or two! The old man? Oh — he's wise!

Exactly! Thieves creeping in! I took my gun — I went out. I looked and saw two of them opening a window — and so busy that they didn't even see me.

My one and only love," he says, "my parents," he says, "refuse to give their consent to our wedding — and threaten to disown me because of my love for you. Therefore," he says, "I must take my life.

In search of a town — to be cured — And you, Ophelia, must go away! Take the veil! Just imagine — there's a hospital to cure — ah — organisms for drunkards — a wonderful hospital — built of marble — with marble floors … light — clean — food — and all gratis!

I told you — I'm through with being a thief, so help me God! I'll quit! If I say so, I'll do it!