"To be strictly honest, Beth, we were not trapped at all; we were the victims of circumstances.

When I remember how quick-witted and alert that manager was, to catch us unawares and so add to the value of his picture, I can quite forgive the fellow his audacity." "It wasn't audacity so much as downright impudence!" persisted Beth.
"I quite agree with you," said Mr.Merrick.

"Do you wish me to buy that film and prevent the picture's being shown ?" "Oh, no!" cried Patsy in protest.

"I'm dying to see how we look.

I wouldn't have that picture sidetracked for anything." "And you, Beth ?" "Really, Uncle John, the thing is not worth worrying over," replied his niece.