The Goose Girl by Harold MacGrath
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quarrel should never come into life between you and me. I taught you
draw-poker; you ought to be grateful for that, and to accept my word regarding my disinterestedness." "I do not wish any quarrel, my Captain; but that girl's face has fascinated me. I propose to see her as often as I like." "I have no objection to offer; but I told Gretchen that if any one, no matter who, ever offers her disrespect, to report the matter to me at the consulate." "That is meddling." "Call it what you like, my Colonel." "Well, in case she is what you consider insulted, what will you do?" a challenge in his tones. "Report the matter to the police." Wallenstein laughed. "And if the girl finds no redress there," tranquilly, "to the chancellor." "You would go so far?" "Even further," unruffled. "It looks as though you had drawn your saber," with irony. |
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