14/17 But there have been times lately when I have fancied that I have noticed a change. A time has come now when I could give her back her freedom without reproach on either side. I want to know whether it is my duty to give it her back." Then Ray looked straight into my face, and the colour flamed there, for I saw now why he had made me his confidant. You are only a boy, but then only boys and novelists understand women. Speak up and tell me what is in your mind." "I will tell you this," I answered hotly. |