“You haven’t said you forgive me.”
“Oh, yes, of course I forgive you. Forget it and get well.”
She rose but he put out his hand and detained her. “I’d like you to stay.”
“The nurse only gave me ten minutes.”
“Damn the nurse.”
“And Elsie telephoned she was coming. She must be downstairs now. It’s the first time. She thinks I shot you on purpose. Elsie is a very loyal friend of yours—more than she is of mine!”
“Is she?” His voice was indifferent.
“I’ll ask her to read to you as soon as you are better.”
“I detest being read to. It makes me nervous.”
“Well, tell you all the news, then. You know you’ll be glad to see her——”