I have heard him say as many mean things about you as any one." It was Gordon's opportunity.

He had been waiting for one.
"I don't believe it.

I believe it's a lie," he declared, his face whitening as he gathered himself together.

His eyes, which had been burning, had suddenly begun to blaze.
Mr.Rhodes looked up.

He said nothing, but his eyes began to sparkle.
"You're a liar yourself," retorted Wickersham, turning red.
Gordon reached for him.