A Gentleman's Agreement
If you agree not to repeat what I am about to tell you then I have a tale to tell. Do you swear? Solemnly? Ah, good, and if it be by almighty God Himself then that's just splendid! Now, please do get comfortable.You see, when I first arrived here I was accused of such terrible things. As if I were capable of such dreadful atrocities! I related this to them quite vehemently at first, and startled they were by the passion in my voice. For, you see my dear friend, I am a simple man of peace. Yes, quite peaceful am I. But they persisted, often leaving me alone with my thoughts, saying that soon they would find out. But how I resisted! Then, one day, he came to visit. He was almost like my grandfather in demeanour; a genial, bearded fellow and his rich, deep voice was fair intoxicating. Which is why I hardly noticed the scratch on my hand, thinking it more of an itch. Quite kindly, I thought, this bearded chap asked about Victor. "Oh", I muttered. "Well...if you must.......