That is why I went off by myself; I paddled until I was ready to drop into the lake; and the fright that the boar gave me almost ended me; but it could not end desire!...

So I took a rifle--anything to interest me--keep me on my feet and moving somewhere--doing something--anything--anything, Kathleen--until I can crush it out of me--until there's a chance that I can sleep----" "I know--I know! That is why I dared not remonstrate when I saw you drifting again toward your old affectionate relations with Scott.

I'm afraid of animals--except what few Scott has persuaded me to tolerate--butterflies and frogs and things.

But if anything on earth is going to interest you--take your mind off yourself--and bring you and Scott any nearer together, I shall not utter one word against it--even when it puts you in physical danger and frightens me.

Do you understand ?" The girl nodded, turned and kissed her.