I do appreciate it, I assure you, and I feel guilty because I underrated your talent.

But perhaps it is because I saw you do it, that I care so very much for it.

Anyway, I thank you." Patty held out her hand in genuine gratitude, and, taking it gently, Blaney held it a moment as he said, "I claim my reward.

May I come to see you in New York ?" "Yes, indeed, I'll be awfully glad to have you.

And Alla must come, too.