I'm sorry to cut my visit short, but it is late and I _must_ go." He was moving toward the door.

Captain Elisha looked at him intently.
"Well, if you must," he said.

"But I hope you'll come again soon.

Will you ?" "I hope I may.

I give you my word, Captain, that I appreciate your invitation, and I do want to know you better." "Same here.