But the fact is I feel a certain responsibility.

People here have been uncommonly civil.

Well, well!--I've wired to-day to ask if there is a berth left in the _Venetia_ for Saturday.

And you, I suppose"-- the inquiry was somewhat peremptory--"will be going back to New York ?" "I have no intention of leaving Washington just yet," said Roger, with decision.
"And may I ask what you intend to do here ?" Roger laughed.

"I really think that's my business.