"Good-by, and good-luck, no matter where you go! But you must come back some day! The property is yours, remember that!"
"Oh, I'll remember, and I'll come back," answered Mark, and gave her a smile.
"And one thing more, Master Mark," the housekeeper continued, in a lower tone. "If you need money, I have some saved, and——"
"Thank you, Mrs. Nason, you are very kind. But I don't want any but my own."
"If you do, write, and I'll send you some," she continued.
"Thank you very much."
"And if you get into trouble, let me know, and I'll do what I can for you."
"Perhaps I'll send you a letter some day. But you mustn't show it to Mr. Powers."
"I'll do as you wish, Master Mark."
Mark put on his cap and turned towards the front door. Soon he was outside and hurrying towards the front gate. As he opened it he found himself face to face with his step-father.