But if, out of office, thee disregards justice and conscience and the rights of others, can thee be just and faithful in office?
Subtlety will not always avail.
The strong man takes the straight course.

Subtlety is not intellect." He flushed.

She had gone to the weakest point in his defences.

His vanity was being hurt.

She had an advantage now.
"You are wrong," he protested.