But you may depend upon it that your interests will be properly taken care of, and that whatever is done will be done with your full knowledge and consent." "All very good," answered McKenty, thinking of the new field of activity before them.

A combination between himself and Cowperwood in a matter like this must prove very beneficial to both.

And he was satisfied, because of their previous relations, that his own interests would not be neglected.
"Shall we go and see if we can find the ladies ?" asked Cowperwood, jauntily, laying hold of the politician's arm.
"To be sure," assented McKenty, gaily.

"It's a fine house you have here--beautiful.

And your wife is as pretty a woman as I ever saw, if you'll pardon the familiarity." "I have always thought she was rather attractive myself," replied Cowperwood, innocently..