"I've thought well enough of him until to-night; probably he's kept his best side turned toward me, and, besides, it never once occurred to me that Billie didn't want him.

I've heard stories about the man, pretty hard ones at that, but he appeared like a gentleman, and I naturally supposed them largely fairy tales.

Because I felt sure Billie liked him, I did also, but to-night he has shown me the other side of his character.

Still, I don't know that I wonder much at his hating you." "I have given him all the cause I could--would gladly give more if possible." Hardy's eyes twinkled.
"I reckon your heart is all right, even if your uniform is the wrong color.

But, young man, this affair puts me in a queer box.