The banker nodded intelligently. And they gave their attention to the game.
And the two young people seemed to find inexhaustible interest in the volume they were bending over.
It was eleven o'clock before the young marquis arose to take leave.
"I have asked Miss Levison to ride with me in the Park to-morrow, and she has kindly consented—with your approbation, Sir Lemuel," said the young man.
"Certainly, Mr. Scott. I consider horseback riding one of the most healthful of exercises," said the banker, heartily.
The young marquis then bowed and took his leave.
Lady Belgrade gathered up her embroidery work and bade them good-night.
"My girl, what do you think of Mr. Scott?" asked the banker, when he was left alone with his daughter.
"Oh, papa," she breathed in an embarrassed manner.
"Do you know who he really is, my dear?"