Three miles." "Charlie Menocal hasn't said anything about it lately." "Knowing Charlie, I'm amazed," he commented.
Ruth resumed her seat and proceeded to toast her toes anew.

Her glances from time to time were directed at Lee's countenance somewhat speculatively.

Several times she smoothed her dress with slow attention.

Lee continued his deliberate smoking.
"Well, it's a great comfort to know that you're well and that everything is proceeding so brightly," she stated, at length.

"You must take time to run down and see me, now that I'm back.