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Gordon did!

[Eagerly—with intense admiration]

In the war! He was an ace! And he always fought just as cleanly as he’d played football! Even the Huns respected him!

[Thinking cynically]

This Gordon worshipper must be the apple of Nina’s eye!

[Casually]

Were you in the army?

[Shamefacedly]

Yes—infantry—but I never got to the front—never saw anything exciting.

[Thinking glumly]

Won’t tell him I tried for flying service wanted to get in Gordon’s outfit  couldn’t make the physical exam. never made anything I wanted suppose I’ll lose out with Nina, too

[Then rallying himself]

Hey, you! what’s the matter with you? don’t quit!

[Who has been staring at him inquisitively]

How did you happen to come out here tonight?

I was calling on Nina when your wire came. Ned thought I better come along, too—might be of some use.