He had intelligence which was not yet subservient to passion.

Moreover, he seemed the kind of man Duane would care to have judge him in a critical moment like this.
"Listen," said Duane, gravely, with his eyes steady on Aiken's, "I'm Buck Duane.

I never lied to any man in my life.

I was forced into outlawry.

I've never had a chance to leave the country.