"But I never thought of such a thing," protested Braine, beginning to lose his patience. "I can't risk sending to New York for documents. She is my daughter, and you will find it will not pay to take this peculiar stand."
"In black an' white, 'r y' can't have her."
Braine thereupon rushed forward to seize Florence. Barnes swung Florence behind him.
"I guess she'll stay here a leetle longer, sir."
Time was vital, and this obstinacy made Braine furious.
He reached again for Florence.
"Clear out o' here, 'r show your authority," growled Barnes.
"She goes with me, or you'll regret it."
"All right. But I guess th' law won't hurt me none. I'm in my rights. There's the door, mister."
"I refuse to go without her!"