44/56 Ruth, you will try just a little to love me, won't you ?" "I will try with all my heart," she said instantly. I never expected to marry you before a year, anyway. All the difference will be the blessed fact that instead of coming to see you somewhere else, I now can have you in my care, and court you every minute. You might as well make up your mind to capitulate soon. It's on the books that you do." "If an instant ever comes when I realize that I love you, I will come straight and tell you; believe me, I will." "Thank you!" said the Harvester. |