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Yes, it is." She scarcely breathed; only their hearts battled there in silence.
Then he said harshly: "What else is there for us?
You would not marry me." "Ask me." "You would not marry me if I told you----" "What ?" "I will _not_ tell you!" "Are you--married ?" "No!" "Then _tell_ me!" "G-od! _No_! I can't throw _this_ hour away.

I can't throw love away! I want you anyway--if you have the--courage!" "Tell me.

I promise to marry you anyway.