In any case, there was no word of any other woman." Alton drew in his breath.

"No," he said simply.

"Thank God, there never was another." Seaforth's expression perplexed his comrade, and his voice was a trifle strained.

"Yes," he said.

"That is a good deal to be thankful for, Harry." Alton looked at him thoughtfully in silence for a space.