A scene from Beau Geste 1939
John

Well, isn't anybody going to say a word?

Beau

You young pup, we're both so disgusted with you we're speechless.

John

I'm no worse than either of you.

Digby

There's something in what he says.

Beau

I insist I'm worse than he is. He didn't steal the Blue Water.

John

Neither did you.

Digby

No. As a matter of fact, I've got it.

Beau

I'll be frank with you, gentlemen. I've got it. I intend to sell it for 30,000 pounds sometime in the future, and live a life of ease in Paris surrounded by whiskey, ladies, and laughter.

Digby

Well that's funny. I'm going to sell it and go to Paris, too. Only I don't want any laughter.

Beau

One thing I counted on was my younger brother leading an upright life while I spent my ill-gotten gains.

Digby

Yes, I was counting on him, too.

John

If you don't mind my saying so, the great sapphire is in my possession. And as soon as I can arrange to sell it, I'm going to the South Seas, buy a plantation, and start trading in copra.

Digby

He puts us both to shame, doesn't he, Beau?

Beau

Let's put him to death and keep his share.

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