I know----" "We're not friends at all; we're enemies." "That need not keep you away from us.

He has been very civil and kind, but neither Imogene nor I have any particular fancy for the man.
Besides, I think his chief interest in life centres around a girl living on Diamond Creek, named Louise Graham; he hinted that they were as good as engaged.

Very likely we shall see little more of him.

So if your dislike at meeting him is the reason for your staying away, you haven't a good reason at all.

Don't you think Imo and I ever tire of listening to each other?
Any two girls would, living alone by themselves.