But if you didn't bring the book up here----" "That means you don't believe me," said Tom quietly.

"Very well.

Now, one more thing, Steve." Tom's eyes were blazing now, though his face was white.

"Don't you speak to me unless you have to from now on, until you come to me and tell me that you believe what I've told you!" "But, Tom, you can see yourself that it's mighty queer! If you----" "You heard what I said! Perhaps you think I owe you something for trying to shield me from Mr.Daley.I don't, though.

When you set me down for a cheat you more than squared that account.