"Well, I'm an acceptance of an invitation to a dance at a duchess's," was the reply, and the new letter said no more.
Then all the others began.
"I bring news of a legacy," said one.
"I try to borrow money," said another, rather hopelessly.
"I demand the payment of a debt," said a sharp metallic voice.
"I decline an offer of marriage," said a fourth, with a wistful note.
"I've got a cheque inside," said a fifth, with a swagger.
"I convey the sack," said a sixth in triumph.
"I ask to be taken on again, at a lower salary," said another, with tears.
"What do you think I am?" one inquired. "You shall have six guesses."