 Once William received the money from Partridge, what didn't he decide to do?
It was two or three years later that I skulked into Brother Partridge's mission on Durbin Street. Partridge was supposed to think I was just a bum. Partridge didn't seem to notice me, but I knew that was an act. Even Partridge made his way down from the auctioneer's stand like a vulture with a busted wing and darted through his private door. "This," Brother Partridge said, "is one of the most profound experiences of my life." "I may be able to help you," Brother Partridge said, "if you have faith and a conscience."
 make a better future for himself
 research the murder  clean himself up  eat his fill  make a better future for himself