"I beg you will believe how entirely I appreciate the honor of your confidence." "Oh, not at all," said Mr.Denner, waving his hand, "not at all,--pray do not mention it.

And you will give it to one of them," he added, peering through the dusk at the young man, "if--if it should be necessary ?" "Yes, sir," he answered, "I will; but you did not mention which one, Mr.
Denner." Mr.Denner was silent; he turned his head wearily toward the faint glimmer which showed where the window was, and Gifford heard him sigh.

"I did not mention which,--no.

I had not quite decided.

Perhaps you can tell me which you think would like it best ?" "I am sure your choice would seem of most value to them." Mr.Denner did not speak; he was thinking how he had hoped that leap at the runaway horse would have decided it all.