"I thank you for having applied to me; it is a proof of confidence that touches me." He pressed the hand that he had taken with some warmth.

"I see that you have divined the sentiments of esteem with which you have inspired me." Saniel drew a long breath.
"Unfortunately," continued Glady, "I cannot do what you desire without deviating from my usual line of conduct.

When I started out in life I lent to all those who appealed to me, and when I did not lose my friends I lost my money.

I then took an oath to refuse every one.

It is an oath that I cannot break.