“And associating with hardened criminals?” “What hardened criminals do I— Oh, I suppose you’re referring to yourself.” “Yes,” Kit said, laughing. “Had you forgotten?” “Hardened criminal sounds like someone who goes around frightening old ladies, when really you’re just a darling.” “I’ve frightened scores of old ladies,” Kit protested. “No, you didn’t. You charmed them. I’ve heard the ballad, you remember.”
