Rayford nodded and smiled at his daughter's firm reply.

"Not until I have interviewed you," came the firm reply.

Asked that question yesterday, Brian Cashman gave a firm reply.

"Then they go under your pillow," was the firm reply.

Janice managed the firm reply "Uptown" as she settled back in the rear seat.

Outside they could hear the others' voices rising in query and Rafe's firm reply.

"It's Rokesbury," was the firm reply from the man in the hall.

He repeatedly asked to be given men and guns to attack Shamil and rescue his family, but received no firm reply.

I shall not stir from this place till you have explained yourself," was the firm reply.

"Bianca will only see you if you are alone," was his firm reply.