” “I cannot do it!” he cried hoarsely. Melusine tried to squash down, still trying to maintain her guard. Michelle bypassed the ordering counter and surfed directly to their table. There is something in prayer; not that there may be any noticeable result, any definite answer; but no human being can offer an honest prayer to God without gaining immeasurably in courage, in fortitude, in resignation, and that alone is worth the effort.