"Sit down a minute and let me explain!" Then, as she hesitated, he very gently put her down upon the seat under the closed window, and stood before her, blocking her in.
"I have been wanting this opportunity of talking to you," he said, "without Jack chipping in.

He's a good fellow, and I know he is on my side.

But I have a fancy for scoring off my own bat.

Listen, Dot! I am not suggesting anything very preposterous.

You have promised to marry me.
Haven't you ?" "Yes," she whispered, breathlessly.