33/48 It took several generations for the Malcourts to go to the devil; but I fancy we'll all arrive on time. What a reunion! I hate the idea of family parties, even in hell." He straightened up gracefully and lighted his cigarette; then the easy smile twitched his dry lips again and he nodded mockingly at Hamil: "Count on my friendship, Hamil; it's so valuable. It has already quite ruined one person's life, and will no doubt damage others before I flicker out." "What do you mean, Malcourt ?" "What I say, old fellow. With the best intentions toward self-sacrifice I usually do irreparable damage to the objects of my regard. |