We won't argue the matter; it is scarcely worth argument, is it ?" This observation called for no answer in particular, at least I could not think of one.

While I was groping for a word she spoke again.
"Don't let me detain you, Mr.Paine," she said.

"I am sure your--supper, was it ?--must be waiting." "Miss Colton, you--you seem to resent my not accepting your invitation to visit your father.

I assure you I--I should be very glad to call upon him." "Thank you.

I will tell him so.