34/46 "To-day, to-morrow, or the next day, what does it matter? Look here, Tista, I am in earnest. I have considered this matter a long time; I have determined that I will not be browbeaten any longer by two women and a priest--certainly not by you. If things go on as they are going, I shall soon not be master in my own house." "You would be the only loser," retorted Gianbattista. "I am tired of your miserable jokes. |