Stanton

[Gazing at him a moment hopelessly.]

Well,—I suppose I'll have to try——!

[Snorts.]

But—I'm—damned—if—you—interfere—with—me—again!

[Stanton hurries to the door.]

Lincoln

All right now—— But look here, Stanton——

[Stanton pauses.]

If I have to send over a pardon or two to you this morning——