“Without trademark, none genuine,” I murmured. “What about wires?”

“Any wires from me will be signed ‘Andy.’ ”

“Train will be in before long, Harry,” said Ned, putting his head in and withdrawing it immediately.

I stood up.

“And shall I marry a nice steady man if I find one?” I asked demurely.

Harry came close to me.

“My God! Anne, if you ever marry anyone else but me, I’ll wring his neck. And as for you⁠ ⁠…”

“Yes,” I said, pleasurably excited.

“I shall carry you away and beat you black and blue!”

“What a delightful husband I have chosen,” I said satirically. “And doesn’t he change his mind overnight!”

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