"I don't know just how long, but we'll make that train. I'll get the license. We'll be married, and we'll be off on our honeymoon this afternoon. Can you do it?"
She went up to him, put her hands in his, and they confronted each other.
"Yes, dear," she said. "I could do anything for you."
He took her in his arms and kissed her again. Looking at her fondly, he said:
"That's good. Hurry now. I won't be long. Good-by."
"Hurry back, John."
"Yes. I won't be long."
The next instant the door banged behind him.
CHAPTER XIX.