"We want to drain and plan and build without mortgages.

As soon as we are sure of the site, one can think of that.

My option only extends for a week or so." "Do you really think that it is a good speculation ?" she asked.
"I do not think about such matters," he answered, drily.

"I know." She leaned back in her chair, watching him for several seconds--admiring him, as a matter of fact.

The profound conviction of his words was almost inspiring.