Chapter 19

He saw her eyes upon him and said, “You didn’t think I could do it?” “Do what?” “Work like this.” “No, I didn’t.” “Well, we’re not lilies of the field, if you mean that.” He went into the next room for more nails, and coming back, said, “When I get through this you’re going out with me on the river.” “Am I?” “Yes. It’s a gorgeous day. And when you get to New York there won’t be any river.” She was wistful, “I shall miss it.” “Why not stay here then?” She shook her head. “We’ve burned our bridges.” “Sold the house? …