WE COMPLETE ARRANGEMENTS For a few moments as I sat thus in silence the obvious way out never once occurred to me.

Somehow the memory of my own position had become blotted out in contemplation of the serious predicament of my companion.

How could I assist her in spite of her pride, and her determination to continue the struggle alone.

I could not take her to my boarding house, which was exclusively for men, nor did I have any acquaintance able to furnish her employment.

I shoved my hands deep into my pockets, and my fingers touched the two bills handed me by Vail.