But now I'm through with working under cover, through with indirect methods.

From now on every play's in the open, and it's straight to the point with everything.

So get ready.

I'm going to take you away from Barney and Old Jimmie." The mention of these two names had a swift and magical effect upon her.
But instead of arousing belligerency, they aroused an almost frantic agitation.
"You must leave at once, Larry.

Barney and my father were here before dinner, and they've just telephoned they were coming back!" "Coming back! That's the best argument you could make for my staying!" "But, Larry--they both have keys, and Barney always carries a gun!" "I stay here, unless you leave with me.