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much I can do. Conditions are peculiar out here and I've a notion that Justice is not a conspicuous figure in the local courts but you can count on me to the extent of my ability and resources."
"You've been so good to me, and patient," she said gratefully. "I don't know what I would do without you." Then colored at the pained look in his eyes and added vehemently to cover her confusion: "It's Spiser behind it all. I know it—I'm sure of it."
"More than likely," he agreed. "If it is, he may win, but before we're done he'll find victory more expensive than defeat, for we'll fight him through every court."
