I want to play; put it that way.

But I want you to promise me never to play with any one else--say for six months." And in the end, whipped by a sense of shame, Condy made her the promise.

They became very gay upon the instant.
"Hoh!" exclaimed Condy; "what do YOU know of poker?
I think we had best play old sledge or cassino." Blix had dealt a hand and partitioned the chips.
"Straights and flushes BEFORE the draw," she announced calmly.
Condy started and stared; then, looking at her askance, picked up his hand.
"It's up to you." "I'll make it five to play." "Five?
Very well.

How many cards ?" "Three." "I'll take two." "Bet you five more." Blix looked at her hand.

Then, without trace of expression in her voice or face, said: "There's your five, and I'll raise you five." "Five better." "And five better than that." "Call you." "Full house.