"We're not looking for appreciation.
We're looking for a good time." Del, startled, began to listen to Madelene.

A good time--"And it so happens," came in Madelene's sweet, honest voice, "that we're unable to have it, unless we feel that we aren't getting it by making some one else have a not-so-good time or a very bad time indeed.

You've heard of Arthur's latest scheme ?" "Some one told me he was playing smash at the mills, encouraging the workmen to idleness and all that sort of thing," said Del.

Somehow she felt less feverish, seemed compelled to attention by Madelene's voice and eyes.

"But I didn't hear or understand just how." "He's going to establish a seven-hours' working day; and, if possible, cut it down to six." Madelene's eyes were sparkling.