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Rh yours is no real marriage at all, but only a more reckless and defiant adventure in which you will be done irreparable injury. I have, therefore, the power and I shall exercise it."

"To do what?" she questioned swiftly.

"To cut you off immediately, without a cent of your ordinary or extraordinary income," he said roughly as he turned away—"or any other funds until you give up this marriage!"

She laughed long and merrily, throwing back her head, and he turned back to her in amazement.

"Your powers are tremendous, Mr. Hereford."

"They will suffice to keep you from funds not only now, but, if you are mad enough to go farther with this, I will keep your money from you indefinitely."