If I had an enemy in the world--I'm thankful to say I haven't--but if I had, there's nothing would give me greater pleasure than to see him enduring the agony that Simpkins has just been through.

But that's the worst of you.

I arrange these little surprises for you, hoping to see your face light up with a smile of gratification, and all I get in return is growls and grumbles." Major Kent grinned.
"That's better," said Meldon.

"I'm glad to see that you're capable of getting some good out of an innocent pleasure, even if you have to wait till somebody points out to you what it is you ought to enjoy." "Any way, J.J., this will put a stopper on your plan.

There'll be no love-making to-day." "On the contrary," said Meldon, "I expect we've laid the foundation of a deep and enduring affection.