They've already come as far as _l'entresol_,
according to you."
Emile grinned. He enjoyed skirmishing, and felt that he had met his
match in words. Before he could think of another retort she added:
"I can see in the dark with my green eyes, so they're useful at all
events."
"Then you'll find plenty of use for them when you're working for
us--and the Cause. When you have to ride upon the hills at night you
will find them of great service. You'll have to ride astride too, so
it is better for you in every way to be dressed like this."
Presently he left her with a few words of praise for her successful
appearance. His first feeling of surprise at her coolness still
lingered. He had expected a scene in a quiet way, a refusal, at least
expostulation. All his first impressions of her were being verified.
Well, he hoped she would continue in her present ways. Undoubtedly she
was an original, certainly she gave no trouble.
When she heard the street door shut Arithelli sat down, hiding her face
in her hands. Once she shivered involuntarily.
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