Now Allen approves of me: I like Allen." "His approval is important, I dare say." "Yes, very.

It's nice to be approved of.

It helps some." "And I suppose there ought to be a certain reciprocity in approval and disapproval ?" "Oh, there's bound to be!" Their eyes met and they laughed lightheartedly.
"I'm going to tell you something," said Dan.

"On the reciprocal theory I can't expect anything, but I'm lonesome and have no friends anyhow, so I'll give you a chance to say something withering and edged with a fine scorn." "Good! I'll promise not to disappoint you." "I'm going to be put on the legislature ticket to-day--to fill a vacancy.

I suppose you'll pray earnestly for my defeat." "Why should I waste prayers on that?
Besides, Allen solemnly declares that the people are to be trusted.