My father and I are just on close, friendly terms with Mr.Grant.

I--my position hardly warrants even that relationship with an author of some distinction.

But please set aside any notion of us as likely to become engaged.

For one thing, it is preposterous.

For another, I shall not leave my father." Poor Doris! She little guessed how accurately this skilled student of human nature read the hidden thought behind that vehement protest.