“Afraid of—me,” said Mrs. Perry.
“Of you?” said Gordon.
“Or of—yourself,” said Mrs. Perry.
“Of myself?” said Gordon.
“Yes,” said Mrs. Perry, “you are so good-looking.”
Gordon blushed.
“And so am I!” said Mrs. Perry.
Gordon stammered.
“Don’t you think I am?” said Mrs. Perry.
“Of course I do!” said Gordon.