I always somehow took it for granted that you knew.

But now--especially now, Doris, when you're in trouble--I want you more than ever.

Even if you can't love me as I love you--" He stopped, for she had flung out her hands with an almost agonized gesture, and her eyes implored him though she spoke no word.
"Won't you listen to me just this once--just this once ?" he pleaded.

"My dear, I love you so.

I love you enough for both if you'll only marry me, and give me the chance of making you happy." An unwonted note of feeling sounded in his voice.