You wonder why I don't do it.

I'll tell you.

It's because I am waiting--waiting until I can bring home something more serious, something that will keep them out of the way for just as long as possible.

Do you follow me, Mr.Tavernake ?" "I suppose I do," Tavernake answered, doubtfully.

"You are only talking of the men, of course ?" Pritchard smiled.
"My young friend," he agreed, "I am only talking of the men.