"I'm not, Elena."
"You allowed Norman to drift into any crazy theory that might strike his fancy. And the moment he fails to agree with your views you turn like a madman and drive him into the streets."
"He went of his own accord. I gave him his choice."
"And I admire his pluck. It was a manly thing to do."
"It was the act of a fool."
"Yet, you know, Guardie, in your heart of hearts you admire him for it. He showed you that he was made of the same stuff as his father."
The Colonel scowled, and the girl took courage.
"I'm going to meet him this evening——"
"I forbid it!"
"You can't help it," she cried, as the tears slowly gathered. "I'm going to tell him you wish to see and talk with him again."