We have met strangely, in a manner which could only happen in time of war, and one day and two nights of adventure together have already made us better acquainted than would a year of ordinary social intercourse.

I value your good wishes, and feel more gratitude than words can express.

I am not going away leaving you to think me unworthy.

I will tell you this exactly as it occurred, and you are to believe me, no matter what is said later." My earnestness made an impression and as I paused her lips parted.
"Yes--I am going to believe you." "I felt sure you would.

Now listen, for I must be away, and Le Gaire attended to." I told it simply, clearly, making no attempt except to bring out the important facts, realizing that her own imagination would supply the details.