"Do you imagine I have been thinking about the money ?" "I have thought about it," Thirlwell said, and stopped when she gave him a curious glance.

"Of course," he resumed, "there's some satisfaction in feeling you have finished a difficult job." "Now you're nearer the mark! But you don't feel in the mood for philosophizing ?" "I'm often dull before breakfast," Thirlwell replied.

"All the same, I'm glad you're happy.

In fact, I'm trying to be sympathetic." "And you find it hard!" Thirlwell colored, but looked at her steadily.
"Anyhow, if the thing's possible, I'm going to find the lode for you." "Yes," she said, without moving her eyes from his face, "I know you'll try to find it.

You're trustworthy; you play a straight game!" "I cheated once." "That was when you thought the advantage would be mine.