"Here you are, the forest is mine," he said, crossing himself quickly, and holding out his hand.

" Take the money; it's my forest.

That's Ryabinin's way of doing business; he doesn't haggle over every half-penny," he added, scowling and waving the pocketbook.

"I wouldn't be in a hurry if I were you," said Levin.

"Come, really," said Oblonsky in surprise.