Chester realized that there was no arguing with such a mood . He walked on , resolved to set the matter aside until she might be more reasonable . But Thyra would not have it so . She followed on after him , under the alders that crowded over the lane . `` Promise me that you 'll not go there again , '' she entreated . `` Promise me that you 'll give her up . '' `` I ca n't promise such a thing , '' he cried angrily . His anger hurt her worse than a blow , but she did not flinch . `` You 're not engaged to her ? '' she cried out . `` Now , mother , be quiet . All the settlement will hear you . Why do you object to Damaris ? You do n't know how sweet she is . When you know her -- '' `` I will never know her ! '' cried Thyra furiously . `` And she shall not have you ! She shall not , Chester ! '' He made no answer . She suddenly broke into tears and loud sobs .
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