"My dear boy, my dear sir," he gasped, "not at all, not at all! You do not apprehend me, Gifford.

My friend is in love, sir; he wished my advice, not legally, you understand, but in regard to his choice!" "Your advice!" Gifford burst out, but instantly apologized by saying he believed it was not usual to ask advice in such matters,--a man usually knew.

But perhaps he was mistaken.
"Yes--I am inclined to think you are," responded Mr.Denner, with a jauntiness which sat strangely upon his wrinkled face,--"I think you are.
Being still a very young person, Gifford, you scarcely understand the importance of such matters, and the--ah--wisdom of seeking advice.

I believe it is always said that youth does not realize the importance of advice.

But the fact is, my friend has placed his affections upon two ladies.