CHAPTER IX.
THE NEW OWNER OF AJAX Frank and Mark took supper alone, Mr.Manning having left word that he would not return till later in the evening.
After supper, Frank decided to go over to call upon Col.

Vincent, the new owner of Ajax.

His estate was distant about three-quarters of a mile from the Cedars.
As Frank started, Mark inquired: "Where are you going, Frank ?" "To see Ajax," answered our hero.
"Do you mean to make any fuss about him?
I wouldn't advise you to." "Thank you for your advice." "I wonder what he is going to do ?" thought Mark.

"Of course he can't do anything now." He did not venture to propose to accompany Frank, knowing that his company would not be acceptable.
"Is Col.

Vincent at home ?" asked Frank, at the door of a handsome house.
"Yes, Mr.Courtney," replied the colored servant, pleasantly, for Frank was a favorite among all classes in the neighborhood.