18/21 I think if that man and I were to meet, there would be very little question of mercy on my side. I hold a man who could act as he has acted unworthy of all consideration--utterly unworthy of the woman he has won from me." "My dear fellow, you know the old saying. A man who is in love thinks everything fair. There is no such thing as honour in such a case as this. If the lady did not love you, believe me you are well out of the business." "Yes, that is what every one would tell me, I daresay," Gilbert answered impatiently. |