It does credit to your heart, Slavin.

Come now, keep your eyes on me! I was about to gratify your curiosity, and, in the first place, I came to inquire solicitously regarding the state of your health during my absence, and incidentally to ask why you are exhibiting so great an interest in Miss Naida Gillis." Slavin straightened up, his great hands clinching nervously, drops of perspiration appearing on his red forehead.

"I don't understand your damned fun." Hampton's lips smiled unpleasantly.

"Slavin, you greatly discourage me.

The last time I was here you exhibited so fine a sense of humor that I was really quite proud of you.