"I have said more than I intended to," said Hilda, suddenly resuming her coolness. "At any rate, I take you at your word. If you want money, I can supply it."
"Money?" said Gualtier, with a light laugh. "No, no. It is something far more than that which I want. When I have succeeded in my search I will tell you. To tell it now would be premature. But when shall I start? Now?"
"Oh no," said Hilda, who showed no emotion one way or the other at the hint which he had thrown out. "Oh no, do nothing suddenly. Wait until your quarter is up. When will it be out?"
"In six weeks. Shall I wait?"
"Yes."
"Well, then, in six weeks I will go."
"Very well."
"And if I don't succeed I shall never come back."
Hilda was silent.
"Is it arranged, then?" said Gualtier, after a time.