Am I frank enough ?" "Sure; it all means you intend to remain a blunder-headed fool defending a girl who does not desire any defence--a Don Quixote tilting at wind-mills.

That is your choice, is it ?" "Unless you care to explain clearly just how Miss Natalie's interests are being protected." "Which I am not at liberty to do at present.

She is satisfied, and has practically told you so, according to Jim Hobart.

If you will not accept her word, there is no use of my saying anything about the matter.
Besides, West, frankly I don't give a damn what you think.

We've got you safe enough, where you can't do anything, even if you want to--so, why worry?
Twenty-four hours more will finish our little job, and, until that time is up, you'll remain right here; after that we don't care where in hell you go, or what you do--the game will have been played." The man's tone, and air of confidence was impressive; beyond doubt he felt that the cards were all in his hands.