But it seemed common gossip at Tunumburra that there was another--less creditable--explanation.' She turned fiercely upon him.

'You have no right to make such an abominable accusation.' 'I only mention what I heard.

I went about a good deal there in bar saloons, and to men's gatherings.

Naturally, I was interested in the district where, by the way, McKeith does not appear to be over popular.
Of course, I attached no great importance to the gossip then.

It only made me wonder.