But, by God, Paul, I'm not going to exchange it for anything less.

Can you give me the same ?" "You know I can't," said Paul.

"But I can give you that which would make our marriage a happy one.

I believe the experience of the world has shown it to be the securest basis." She was on the point of breaking out, but turned away, with clenched hands, and, controlling herself, faced him again.

"You're an honourable and loyal man, Paul, and you're saying this to save your face.