She had said no more than that, but he knew what she had meant, and knew, too that she would not have said as much to anyone to whom she was indifferent.

Of course, it was hopeless to think of bringing about More's release, but he could at least pretend to try, and Ralph was aware that to chivalrous souls a pathetic failure often appeals more than an excellent success.
Folks turned to look after him more than once as he strode home..