A kiss now will seal the bargain! I will wait the rest." "You ask no pledge, then, of me ?" "Only your consent to accompany me, and the kiss.

Beyond that I take the gambler's chance.

Only you must say yes or no; for it will require time for me to clear the road." "It must be to-night ?" "The sooner the better; they tell me Lacy will be here himself soon, and after he comes the one chance is over with.

You will give the kiss ?" "Do not ask it, _senor_!" "Oh, but I will--aye, more, I'll take it.

A dozen will do no harm, and no scream from those lips will be heard.