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 nature, schooled to self-discipline, fought for control and was able to gain it.

"It's a futile discussion," she said suddenly, in a changed tone. And then she added with an earnestness strangely touching. "Joe, I implore you not to take any step in the matter without first consulting me."

The solemn words seemed to gain finality from the fact that Harriet Sanderson then walked abruptly out of the house.