I care a great deal more for you,' said Gerald, again rather rueful under her probes.

'I only mean that I'm not likely to fall in love again, or anything of that sort.

She can be quite secure about me.

I'll be her devoted and faithful husband.' 'I think you care,' said Helen.

'I think you can make her happy.' But Gerald now came and sat on the corner of the writing-table beside her, facing her, his back to the window.