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 "Yes. Haven't you ever watched them? They sit in the sunlight, with their eyes closed, all day long. That's what Peter does and always has done. I haven't told him yet."

"Don't," laughed Grordon. "He wouldn't believe it." "I'm wondering what to make of him." Leona frowned a little. "He isn't brilliant, Peter isn't. What do you think of Wall Street?"

"For Peter?" Gordon shook his head. "I doubt it."

"So do I. Of course there will be money enough, but just to lose it doesn't signify much. Have you ever heard him express any enthusiasm for anything?"

"Nothing but you, Leona."

"Well, I shall have to think of something. I won't marry a lizard."

"He knows horses pretty well," said Gordon presently,

Leona raised her brows. "Oh, my dear Gordon, is it as bad as that? Think of all the worthless folks you and I know who 'know horses'! It's appalling!"