“Barbara, you must know what I mean.”
“When did I give you leave, Dr. Tarbot, to call me by my Christian name?”
“I used to call you Barbara when you were a child. Do you never remember the old days?”
“Those days are over,” answered Barbara. “Now, please, say what you have to say.”
“And then go, is that it?”
“Will you speak?”
“I will. My words can be soon said. I love you—I want you for my wife. I am determined to win you.”
“Determined!” said Barbara. “You are very bold, Dr. Tarbot.”
“I was never a coward. I will plead with you until I succeed. You are the only woman in all the world whom I love. I will have you.”
“You will? Again I say you are bold.”