He was silent a moment.
The ethics was more puzzling than ever.

Then: "Of course, it's only a supposititious case, you understand, Syd," he assured him earnestly.
"Oh, of course," answered the other readily.

"Hadn't we better turn here ?" The journey back was rather silent.

Neil was struggling with his problem, and Sydney, too, seemed to have something on his mind.

When the town came once more into view around a bend in the road Sydney interrupted Neil's thoughts.
"Say, Neil, I've got a--a confession to make." His cheeks were very red and he looked extremely embarrassed.