Better still, tell her that Gregg of his own free will has left New York and given up the chase.

Tell her you want to console her with a trip.

She'll be sad and glad and flattered, all in the same moment, and go along with you without a word.

Will you try, Ruth ?" "I suppose you would have Bill Gregg removed--if he continued a nuisance ?" "Not a shadow of a doubt.

Will you do your best ?" She rose.