She is pretty enough; yet, in any company of twenty women, you may pick out three far handsomer.

What is the peculiar charm she carries about her ?" "It is nameless, but all-potent, and can only be explained psychologically, I suppose.

No matter, however.

The girl is necessary to my happiness, and I must secure her." "By fair means, or foul ?" His companion spoke inquiringly.
"I never hesitate about the means to be employed when I attempt the accomplishment of an object," was replied.

"If she cannot be prevailed upon to come to me willingly, stratagem--even force--must be used.