It proves that the friendship which to me is so dear, is to you a very slight thing." "You mustn't think that," she pleaded.

"And please, Mr.Draconmeyer, don't think that I don't appreciate all your kindness.

Short of accepting your money, I would do anything to prove it." "There need be no question of a gift," he reminded her, in a low tone.
"If I were a perfect stranger, I might still be your banker.

You must have money from somewhere.

Are you going to ask your husband ?" She bit her lip for a moment.