Presently with a gentle movement she drew her hand free. She had been quite dumbfounded, but not so dumbfounded that she did not realize that this new situation had requirements of its own. He appeared absolutely sincere and resolute.
“But I never dreamed of such a thing!” she stammered.
“Nor I––because until now I hadn’t the right. All I ask is that you give me your friendship––and a chance––and––well, we’ll see.”
“There’s no reason why we shouldn’t be friends,” said she. “We are already, aren’t we?”
“Yes––now. I never actually thought so before.”
“Things have changed,” she stated. And her lips closed with a firm pressure as she spoke. “Or I shouldn’t have been here inspecting the dam, should I?” Again the smile flashed upon her face. “You may consider this a preliminary inspection to that of your high and mighty directors, and I assure you my verdict––is that the word?––is favorable. Now I must be going to the car. Father likes his meals on time.”
“And when shall I see you again?”
The note of eagerness in his voice set her heart moving a bit faster. If he carried on his engineering work as he did his friendship, no wonder he got things done.
“Why, when you wish to call, Mr. Weir. Both father and I shall be pleased to have you come any time.”