The moment I am civil to some man all these old maids and old women say I am flirting.

It is outrageous." "Now, Betty, don't get excited.

We are getting from the question.
Why are you not civil to Clarke ?" asked Col.Zane.She did not answer and after a moment he continued.

"If there is anything about Clarke that I do not know and that I should know I want you to tell me.

Personally I like the fellow.